Exhaust Gas Recirculation: Description and Operation

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Description and Operation
GENERAL DESCRIPTION (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM)

The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system lowers the nitrogen oxides (NOx) emission level. When the air/fuel mixture combustion temperature is high, a large quantity of NOx is generated in the combustion chamber. Therefore, this system recirculates part of exhaust gas from the exhaust port of the cylinder head to the combustion chamber through the intake manifold to decrease the air/fuel mixture combustion temperature, resulting in reduction of NOx.
The EGR flow rate is controlled by the EGR valve for driveability quality.

OPERATION

When the engine coolant temperature is low, when the engine is at idle or when a wide open throttle operation is performed, the EGR valve is kept closed, achieving no EGR. After warming up of the engine, the EGR valve can be opened by the engine control module (ECM) or powertrain control module (PCM).
The ECM or PCM monitors the EGR system and illuminates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON or Check Engine Lamp) to indicate that there is a malfunction.
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