OBD Guide

P24A5

EGR Cooler Bypass Control Stuck/Open Bank 1

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable idling
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Deterioration in acceleration dynamics

Causes

  • EGR bypass valve stuck open
  • Open or short circuit in valve control circuit
  • Control solenoid valve malfunction
  • Mechanical damage or contamination of the valve
  • Problems with the vacuum system (if the valve is a vacuum type)

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the EGR bypass valve for jamming
  2. Check the integrity of the valve control electrical circuit
  3. Check the operation of the solenoid valve (if equipped)
  4. Clean or replace EGR bypass valve
  5. Check the tightness of the vacuum hoses (for vacuum systems)

Related codes

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