Possible causes

– EGR passage clogged
– Faulty EGR Vacuum Modulator Valve
– Faulty EGR Valve
– Faulty EGR solenoid valve
– EGR solenoid valve harness is open or shorted
– EGR solenoid valve circuit poor electrical connection
– Dead (Weak) battery
– Faulty EGR temperature sensor and circuit
– Exhaust gas leaks

Tech notes

EGR flow malfunction could be caused by a clogged EGR valve or EGR tube. Before replacing any parts try cleaning the EGR valve, tube and passages.

When is the code detected?

– Low EGR flow control is detected

Symptoms

– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
– Possible engine hesitation

P0401 Description

Early Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems component s include and EGR Valve, and Engine Control