Refer to
IAC, Engine Oil Level, Engine Oil Pressure, EGR, EVAP Vent
.
Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the pintle position input from the EGR valve to ensure that the valve responds properly to commands from the PCM. When the ignition switch is turned ON, the PCM learns the closed pintle position. The PCM compares the learned closed pintle position to the Actual EGR position when the EGR valve is commanded closed. If the Actual EGR position indicates that the EGR valve is still open when the PCM is commanding the EGR valve closed, DTC P1404 will set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The intake air temperature (IAT) is more than -10°C (+14°F). |
| • | The system voltage is between 9.0 volts and 18.0 volts. |
| • | The Desired EGR must equal zero. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The EGR feedback is 0.2 volts more than the EGR closed valve pintle position when the Desired EGR position is commanded to 0 percent |
| • | The above condition is present twice. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and failed. |
| • | The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame/Failure Records data. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM will turn OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has run and passed. |
| • | The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction. |
| • | The DTC can be cleared by using a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
Inspect for the following conditions:
| • | Any excessive deposits on the EGR valve pintle or seat. |
| • | Remove the EGR valve and check for deposits that may interfere with the EGR valve pintle extending completely or that may cause the pintle to stick. |
Many situations may lead to an intermittent condition. Perform each inspection or test as directed.
Important: : Remove any debris from the connector surfaces before servicing a component. Inspect the connector gaskets when diagnosing or replacing a component. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion.
| • | Loose terminal connection |
| - | Use a corresponding mating terminal to test for proper tension. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| - | Inspect the harness connectors for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and faulty terminal to wire connection. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| • | Damaged harness--Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness inspection does not reveal a problem, observe the display on the scan tool while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor. A change in the scan tool display may indicate the location of the fault. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| • | Inspect the powertrain control module (PCM) and the engine grounds for clean and secure connections. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
If the condition is determined to be intermittent, reviewing the Snapshot or Freeze Frame/Failure Records may be useful in determining when the DTC or condition was identified.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step verifies that the malfunction is present.
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If DTC P1404 will only set under certain conditions, the malfunction may be intermittent. Refer to the Diagnostic Aids for DTC P1404 . If an intermittent wiring problem is not present, inspect for a poor connection at the PCM or at the EGR valve. If the connections are OK and DTC P1404 continues to set, replace the EGR valve.
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This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which uses an electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM). If the PCM is replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||
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1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||||||||
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Important: : If DTC P0403 is set, diagnose that DTC first. With the engine idling, observe the Actual EGR Position display on the scan tool. Does the Actual EGR Position equal the specified value? | 0% | |||||||||
Does Desired EGR Position remain close to the Actual EGR Position at all commanded positions? | -- | |||||||||
Does the scan tool indicate DTC P1404 failed this ignition? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||||||||
5 |
Does the Actual EGR Position equal the specified value? | 0% | ||||||||
6 | Probe the ground circuit of the EGR pintle position sensor at the EGR valve harness connector with a test lamp connected to B+ voltage. Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | ||||||||
7 |
Is the voltage near the specified value? | 0.0 V | ||||||||
8 | Test the ground circuit of the EGR pintle position sensor for an open between the PCM and the EGR valve. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
9 | Inspect for poor terminal connections at the EGR valve. Refer to Testing for Continuity and to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
10 | Replace the EGR valve. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement . Notice: If the EGR valve shows signs of excessive heat, inspect the exhaust
system for blockage--possibly a plugged converter--using the procedure
found on the Restricted Exhaust System Check. If the exhaust system is restricted,
repair the cause. Inspect for an open injector caused by one or more of the
following conditions:
Did you complete the replacement? | -- | -- | |||||||
11 | Locate and repair a short to voltage in the signal circuit of the EGR pintle position sensor. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |||||||
12 | Test for the following conditions:
Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
13 | Inspect the circuits related to the EGR valve for poor terminal connections at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Continuity and to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
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Important: : The replacement PCM must be programmed. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | -- | ||||||||
15 |
Does the scan tool indicate DTC P1404 failed this ignition? | -- | System OK |
