Exhaust Gas Recirculation Systems: Overview
OverviewCAUTION: Do not remove any part of the engine emission control system. Operating the engine without the engine emission control system will reduce fuel economy and engine ventilation. This will weaken engine performance and shorten engine life.
Some engines are equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system. The function of the EGR system is to reduce the emission of nitrogen oxide (NOx).
The engine emission control consists of the following components:
^ EGR valve
^ vacuum regulator solenoid
^ EGR tube
^ emission control vacuum harness
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system controls the Oxides Of Nitrogen (NOx) emissions. Small amounts of exhaust gases are recirculated back into the combustion chamber to mix with the air/fuel charge. The combustion chamber temperature is reduced, lowering NOx emissions.