ECD SYSTEM (w/ EGR Cooler), Diagnostic DTC:P0400

DTC Code DTC Name
P0400 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow

DESCRIPTION

The EGR system recirculates exhaust gases, in order to suit every driving condition. The recirculated gas mingles with intake air, therefore the EGR system can slow combustion speed and keep the combustion temperature down. This helps reduce NOx emission.

In order to increase EGR circulation efficiency, the ECM adjusts the lift amount of the EGR valve and throttle valve angle.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0400

When either condition below is met:


  • Target and actual positions of the EGR valve are different

    (1 trip detection logic)

  • Mass air flow rate is not changed when turning on EGR valve

    (2 trip detection logic)

  • EGR valve stuck

MONITOR DESCRIPTION


WIRING DIAGRAM

A01DVJ5E09

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Note

If the ECM is replaced, the new ECM needs registration Click here and initialization Click here.

Tech Tips


  • Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. Freeze frame data records the engine conditions when a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was running or stopped, if the engine was warmed up or not, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

  • After warming up the engine, DTC P0400 is set 1 second or more after quickly accelerating the engine from idling.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK OTHER DTC OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0400)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the intelligent tester ON.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.

    4. Read DTCs.

      Result
      Display (DTC output) Proceed to
      P0400 A
      P0400 and P0405 and/or P0406 B

      Tech Tips

      If codes other than P0400 are output, perform troubleshooting for those DTCs first.


    B

    GO TO RELEVANT DTC CHART

    A

  2. INSPECT VACUUM PUMP ASSEMBLY


    1. Check the negative pressure of the vacuum pump Click here.

      Standard
      More than 86.7 kPa (650 mmHg, 26 in.Hg)

    NG

    REPLACE VACUUM PUMP ASSEMBLY

    OK

  3. CHECK VACUUM HOSES


    1. Check the vacuum hoses.

      OK
      The hoses are not damaged and securely connected.

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE VACUUM HOSE

    OK

  4. CHECK ELECTRIC VACUUM REGULATING VALVE (FOR E-EGR)


    1. A01DX34E01

      Disconnect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.

    2. Connect the vacuum gauge.

    3. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    4. Start the engine.

    5. Warm up the engine.

      Tech Tips

      The engine coolant temperature is 80°C (176°F) or more.

    6. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Control the EGR system.

    7. Check the vacuum change when the Active Test is used to turn the E-VRV (for E-EGR) from OFF to ON.

      Result
      Active Test Vacuum Gauge Proceed to
      OFF to ON Changes from above 28 kPa (210 mmHg, 8.3 in.Hg) to 0 kPa (0 mmHg, 0 in.Hg) A
      Stays at 0 kPa (0 mmHg, 0 in.Hg), or stays above 28 kPa (210 mmHg, 8.3 in.Hg) B

    B

    INSPECT ELECTRIC VACUUM REGULATING VALVE FOR EGR (E-VRV FOR E-EGR) Click here

    A

  5. INSPECT NO. 1 VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE (FOR EGR CUT)


    1. A01E1CKE01

      Using a 3-way connector, connect a vacuum gauge to the hose between the VSV (for EGR Cut) and EGR valve.

    2. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    3. Start the engine and turn the tester ON.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Activate the VSV for EGR Cut.

    5. Check the vacuum change when the Active Test is used to turn the VSV (for EGR Cut) from OFF to ON.

      Result
      Active Test Vacuum Gauge Proceed to
      OFF to ON Changes from above 28 kPa (210 mmHg, 8.3 in.Hg) to 0 kPa (0 mmHg, 0 in.Hg) A
      Stays at 0 kPa (0 mmHg, 0 in.Hg), or stays above 28 kPa (210 mmHg, 8.3 in.Hg) B

    B

    INSPECT NO. 1 VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE FOR EGR CUT (RESISTANCE) Click here

    A

  6. INSPECT ELECTRIC EGR CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the electric EGR control valve Click here.

      OK
      The valve is not stuck and does not have heavy carbon deposits.

    NG

    REPLACE ELECTRIC EGR CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY

    OK

  7. CHECK FOR BLOCKAGE IN EGR GAS PASSAGE (EXHAUST MANIFOLD - ELECTRIC EGR CONTROL VALVE)


    1. Check for blockage in the EGR gas passage between the exhaust manifold and electric EGR control valve assembly.

      OK
      No blockage in the EGR gas passage

      Tech Tips

      When performing the check for deposits check the interior of the EGR valve, EGR pipe, EGR cooler, EGR cooler bypass valve and the entire EGR passage.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS, COMPONENT AND AREA

    OK

    REPLACE ECM

  8. INSPECT ELECTRIC VACUUM REGULATING VALVE FOR EGR (E-VRV FOR E-EGR)

    A01E1WPE12

    1. Disconnect the V1 E-VRV for E-EGR connector.

    2. Measure the resistance of the E-VRV for E-EGR connector.

      Standard resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      1 - 2 20°C (68°F) 11 to 13 Ω

    NG

    REPLACE ELECTRIC EGR CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY

    OK

  9. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (E-VRV FOR E-EGR - ECM)


    1. A01E1M3E09

      Disconnect the V1 E-VRV for E-EGR connector.

    2. Disconnect the E7 ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.

      Standard resistance (Check for open)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      E7-9 (EGR) - V1-2 Below 1 Ω
      Standard resistance (Check for short)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      E7-9 (EGR) or V1-2 - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  10. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 1 INTEGRATION RELAY (MAIN RELAY) - E-VRV FOR E-EGR)

    A01E2ZPE11

    1. Remove the No. 1 integration relay from the engine room junction block Click here.

    2. Disconnect the 1J No. 1 integration relay connector.

    3. Disconnect the V1 E-VRV connector.

    4. Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.

      Standard resistance (Check for open)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      1J-5 - V1-1 Below 1 Ω
      Standard resistance (Check for short)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      1J-5 or V1-1 - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

    REPLACE ECM

  11. INSPECT NO. 1 VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE FOR EGR CUT (RESISTANCE)


    1. A01E2QNE03

      Disconnect the V2 VSV for EGR cut connector.

    2. Measure the resistance of the VSV for EGR Cut.

      Standard resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      1 - 2 20°C (68°F) 37 to 44 Ω

    NG

    REPLACE NO. 1 VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE FOR EGR CUT

    OK

  12. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 1 VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE FOR EGR CUT - ECM)


    1. A01DYCDE02

      Disconnect the V2 VSV for EGR Cut connector.

    2. Disconnect the E7 ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.

      Standard resistance (Check for open)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      E7-18 (EGRC) - V2-2 Below 1 Ω
      Standard resistance (Check for short)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      E7-18 (EGRC) or V2-2 - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  13. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 1 INTEGRATION RELAY (MAIN RELAY) - VSV FOR EGR CUT)


    1. A01DX0JE04

      Remove the No. 1 integration relay from the engine room junction block Click here

    2. Disconnect the 1J No. 1 integration relay connector.

    3. Disconnect the V2 VSV for EGR Cut connector.

    4. Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.

      Standard resistance (Check for open)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      1J-5 - V2-1 Below 1 Ω
      Standard resistance (Check for short)
      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      1J-5 or V2-1 - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

    REPLACE ECM