Kic Garage can handle any EGR issue in Willaston you might be dealing with. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system is a brilliant emissions system. It is designed to recirculate exhaust gases which then reduces NOx gases. These are the hazardous particles emitted by your exhaust system that contribute to ozone, smog, acid rain. When we put those gases into our environment, it causes breathing difficulties particularly for those with pre-existing conditions such as asthma and heart disease. It may be that such gases cause health conditions to develop initially. Effective operation of the EGR system depends on a primary component which is the EGR valve. If the valve doesn’t open, gases can’t be recirculated and exhausted out. That leads to engine performance issues as well as an increase in toxic emissions.
Your first sign of an EGR issue may be a failed emissions test during your annual MOT. However, in Willaston, EGR issue related engine performance will usually give you subtle signals that something is wrong. A reduction of engine power and poor fuel efficiency could be the result of a malfunctioning EGR valve. If it gets stuck open you may notice the engine idle is rough. Most likely, if there is a malfunction, your service engine light will brighten up your dash. Of course you won’t know why it’s on until you bring your car to us. We are well equipped with diagnostics tools and talented technicians. It won’t take us long to zero in on the fault and carry out a replacement.
We do advise against continuing to drive with a faulty EGR issue in Willaston. Some of you will find that the symptoms are intermittent instead of constant but the fault should still be dealt with. Some drivers have dealt with the issues by removing the EGR system which, they think, prevents maximum power from the engine. Of course, if you do that you’ll never pass an emissions test. It’s also environmentally irresponsible. At the first sign, contact us or bring your car to us and let us make it right for you. We are a full service garage and an MOT testing centre. The EGR valve may never give you any trouble as long as you own your car. However, it’s a good idea to check it if your engine has passed the 50,000 mile mark.