Can you clean a dirty EGR valve?
To clean the valve, wear an acid-resistant pair of gloves. Put on safety glasses, too, as the carbon deposits could become airborne in the process. Spray the EGR valve cleaner onto the carbon deposits. Remove the carbon buildup with the use of a pipe cleaning brush and dull scraper.
What happens if you remove the EGR valve?
If the EGR valve is clogged or completely blocked off it can longer re-burn harmful emissions in the combustion chamber. The NOx emissions will flow unregulated through the combustion chamber and out of the exhaust pipe.
What year model is the best Hilux?
1984-1998 – The OLD legendary, reliable SFA (Solid Front Axle) Toyota Hilux. I am sure that these Hiluxes are the ones which earned Toyota the reputation for building the best 4×4 LDV in the world. It is reliable, robust and unstoppable off-road.
What goes wrong with Toyota Hilux?
The ABC has now reported hundreds of fines have been issued to the HiLux, Australia’s top-selling vehicle, for blowing smoke. The lawsuit alleges that rather than trapping and burning off particulates, the DPF causes smelly white smoke to be emitted from the exhaust and increase fuel consumption engine wear and tear.
How do I know if my Hilux injectors are bad?
Idle Issues– With a fuel injector that is not properly atomizing fuel properly, your Hilux is going to have a difficult time idling. It’ll feel almost exactly the same as if it had a bad spark plug. That is to say there will be a sudden drop in idle speed. It may feel like the engine is about to die.
What causes white smoke in a diesel engine when accelerating?
White smoke occurs when diesel fuel isn’t reaching the temperatures required to burn, causing it to come through the exhaust intact. Clogged Fuel Filter. 2. Incorrect Injection Timing (due to a bad injector pump, worn timing gear, or a compromised crankshaft keyway)
How much does it cost to replace Hilux injectors?
A quick look online shows new injectors will cost a minimum of $370 times four, so you’re up for nearly $1500 minimum just in parts to get this fixed.