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EGR Valves - blank, replace, ignore?
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Stooby2
 


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EGR Valves - blank, replace, ignore?

Just had a service on my 2005 2.7TDV6 and fault codes showed both EGR valves are on their way out - showing increased voltages on both. Whilst I'm a reasonably competant mechanic, a knackered back doesn't allow me to do a lot of work at the moment - and probably not for a while and TBH the days of spending whole days doing very fiddly and inaccessible jobs doesn't appeal anymore. But the £500ish cost of getting both replaced by a garage isn't an option atm.

Is it worth blanking them as that appears somewhat easier and what benefit does it bring? (No DPF fitted according to the VIN) Or should I just ignore it and not worry about it?

I'm going to do the MAP sensor clean this week and I'll give the two stroke oil a run as well, but I know these won't help the EGR's.

I've read various threads on this and there seems to be some conflicting advice.

Cheers.  
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sean 471
 


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On a 2005 model get them blanked without a doubt the best way forward.  
Post #124498428th Feb 2014 10:26 pm
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sputnixb51
 


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As Sean 471 says. Thumbs Up  
Post #124498828th Feb 2014 10:31 pm
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Stooby2
 


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Thanks guys - will the failing EGR's cause any warning lights over time?

And does anyone know anywhere near Croydon that can do the blanking? Otherwise I will have a go myself if I can reach far enough into the engine bay.  
Post #124499528th Feb 2014 10:38 pm
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scooby driver
 


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I have the same issue and have ordered a blanking kit from Bell Autos - was thinking of replacing them both as I like to keep things original but the cost of the parts was much greater  
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Disco_Mikey
 


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Blank them, and ignore Thumbs Up My D3 Build Thread

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Post #124504628th Feb 2014 11:38 pm
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HughMartin
 


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I blanked my 2005 disco a couple of years ago and no negative side effects at all.

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Post #124505228th Feb 2014 11:47 pm
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Arctic Monkey
 


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Anyone in beds/cams that can block them on a 2005?  
Post #12451161st Mar 2014 9:10 am
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Cellerdweller
 


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Blank them as others say . There an easy job to do and there is no heavy work involved whatsoever Thumbs Up You're not afraid of the dark are you ?  
Post #12451201st Mar 2014 9:19 am
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Arctic Monkey
 


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I'm not handy with screwdriver let alone blank a egr valves lol

I've had no faults come up but seems best to get it done.

Come on who wants to do it for me please?? Laughing  
Post #12451221st Mar 2014 9:23 am
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Stooby2
 


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Well what a result! Did the MAP sensor today and noticed there were no EGR pipes where they should be. Looked up the BAS blanking instructions and it looks like one of their kits has been fitted already by a previous owner. Nice!  
Post #12453521st Mar 2014 6:41 pm
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fishinmad
 


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Did mine about 6 years ago, never had a problem, its the best way to deal the pesky EGRs Thumbs Up Club Narpy Torch

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Post #12453531st Mar 2014 6:48 pm
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geoff.
 


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Arctic Monkey wrote:
I'm not handy with screwdriver let alone blank a egr valves lol

I've had no faults come up but seems best to get it done.

Come on who wants to do it for me please?? Laughing


best fill in your profile and let us know what year D3 you have Thumbs Up  
Post #12454781st Mar 2014 9:33 pm
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Arctic Monkey
 


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Oh sorry, it's a 2005 model  
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Kingmav66
 


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What part of the South are you located? Whistle  
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