1997 Toyota Corolla EGR

1997 TOYOTA COROLLA
13,860 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EMUNOZ03
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I am planing a long distnace trip the EGR isnt working is that bad
Mar 9, 2010 at 11:26 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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EGR reduces NOX emmissions by metering burnt exhaust gas into intake, this process also reduces combustion temps, so yes it could cause engine to run hotter than normal.
Mar 10, 2010 at 6:14 AM
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EMUNOZ03
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the engine doesnt get hot it stays cold the engine temp. meter doesnt go up that much
Mar 10, 2010 at 9:42 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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You will probably be OK, especially in cooler temps.
Mar 10, 2010 at 10:26 PM
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