F'in EGR...

[JHarris1385]

I just want to fix the hault to start (I mean seriously when parked at a gas station and people are looking at your VX the last thing I want is have to turn the key over for about 10 seconds). Im sure when this is cured the LOW mpg would be too. 10mpg isnt cutting it after having near 20 a couple weeks ago. I did power wash the under the hood, something could be loose but I still dont know where to look or what the parts under the hood are called. Thanks for anything

[UtahVXer]

Check out this link then scroll down for EGR "how to":
http://isuzufaq.ibctech.ca/#faq1

[LittleBeast]

Yeah I had the same thing happen for over a whole year, same check engine code and everything, tried cleaning it didn't help, but just like Driver3, as soon as I had a new EGR put in problem was immediately solved check engine has never come back on and it gets much better gas milage now.

[JHarris1385]

Awesome link Utah......

How much is a new egr?

Im going to tackle that oil change w/pcv valve, and order a fuel pressure reg i think this weekend.

[Tone]

Most EGR's can be cleaned as they get all carboned up and can't open or close completely. Take it off and soak it in carb cleaner or gasoline and scrub with a toothbrush, pushing the valve up and down. Also clean the tube that goes into the intake manifold - if you remove the throttle body you can see that end.

[JHarris1385]

I cant not find a 22mm stubby wrench at any harware store around where i live. I need to fix this problem soon. It seems to be getting worse and taking longer to start and sounding bad once it does almost a backfire noise and it emits a lot of exhaust............Should i just take it to the shop? I am not mechanically inclined much, but a very easy leaner. Also, i do not know what many of the terms of the engine parts mean. My list of servicing only includes oil changes, pcv valve and new* as of this weekend fuel filter repalced........need help please......

if possible respond in beginners terms or with pics if possible.......

Thank you
John

[blacksambo]

The 22mm stubby wrench can be found at Sears, no problem. Just got one myself.