OBD Guide

P23E8

EGR C Flow Excessive Detected

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Rough engine idling
  • Engine power drop
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Jerking when accelerating
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • EGR valve stuck open
  • EGR valve position sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the EGR valve control circuit
  • Dirty or clogged EGR system
  • ECU software error

How to Fix

  1. Check the operation of the EGR valve
  2. Check the condition and resistance of the EGR valve control circuit
  3. Clean the EGR system from carbon deposits and deposits
  4. Check the serviceability of the EGR valve position sensor
  5. If necessary, replace the EGR valve

Related codes

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