Description
OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0400 Hyundai
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow
What does this mean?
OBD2 Code P0400 Hyundai definition:
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve is vacuum controlled valve that regulates the amount of exhaust gases that re-enter the cylinders. The powertrain control module (PCM) determines how much based on engine load, temp, and other conditions. If the PCM detects that the amount of exhaust gases entering the cylinder were insufficient or non-existent, this code is set.
Symptoms
Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0400 Hyundai
No symptoms will likely be noticed by the driver other than the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp). However, non visible symptoms will be increased combustion temperature and increased Nox emissions. Sometimes you may notice a flat spot, or the vehicle may enter limp mode or show a EML light.
Causes
Possible causes of OBD code P0400 Hyundai
A code P0400 Hyundai may mean that one or more of the following has happened: Plugged EGR passage which restricts the flow of exhaust gasses Faulty EGR solenoid Faulty EGR solenoid wiring/harness Vacuum lines damaged/disconnected to the EGR valve solenoid or to the EGR valve Faulty EGR valve
Possible Solutions
Since EGR valve designs are different, no one test will suffice: Using a scan tool, operate the EGR valve with the engine running. If the engine stumbles, the problem was likely intermittent wiring problem or intermittent blockage problem If engine doesn’t stumble, operate the EGR valve manually, if possible. If engine doesn’t stumble and die, the ports are likely plugged. Removal of valve and cleaning of all ports will be required Checking of solenoid can only usually be done with a scan tool, because most solenoids operate with a duty cycle of voltage, rather than constant voltage Check all vacuum lines, hoses, etc for any damage Visually inspect the solenoid harness and the solenoid for damage Replace EGR valve
The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Hyundai:
2013 Hyundai i30,2013 Hyundai i20,2013 Hyundai Santa Fe,2013 Hyundai Langdong,2013 Hyundai HB20X,2013 Hyundai HB20S,2013 Hyundai HB20,2012 Hyundai i40,2011 Hyundai ix35,2011 Hyundai ix20,2011 Hyundai i10,2011 Hyundai Verna,2011 Hyundai Sonata,2011 Hyundai Azera,2011 Hyundai Avante,2010 Hyundai Accent,2009 Hyundai ix55,2009 Hyundai i20,2009 Hyundai Sonata,2008 Hyundai i800,2008 Hyundai i30,2008 Hyundai i10,2007 Hyundai Veracruz,2007 Hyundai Elantra,2007 Hyundai Coupe,2006 Hyundai Getz,2005 Hyundai Tucson,2005 Hyundai Trajet,2005 Hyundai Terracan,2005 Hyundai Sonata,2005 Hyundai Santa Fe,2005 Hyundai Portico Concept,2005 Hyundai Matrix,2005 Hyundai HED 1 Concept,2005 Hyundai Grandeur,2005 Hyundai Getz,2005 Hyundai Coupe,2004 Hyundai HCD8 Concept,2004 Hyundai Elantra,2004 Hyundai E-Cubed Concept,2004 Hyundai Atos Prime,2004 Hyundai Accent,2003 Hyundai CCS Concept,2002 Hyundai HCD 7 Concept,2001 Hyundai HCD 6 Concept
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