Great video! I have the exact same car. I spent $24.00 on the bafx android code reader and got the P0401 code. The egr valve looks rusted (like yours), so at will be my first fix. You saved me over $200 from the ford dealership and probably more. Thanks again.
@Robby94LS8 жыл бұрын
+Dev Lowe No problem, glad it helped!! I'm thinking of going to an app based OBD reader myself!
@CurrentlyObsessively7 жыл бұрын
So helpful, I didn't even look up my problem because I was going to work around it but your explanation of how to remove the filter box saved me from a major headache. Also, my EGR looks just as rusty as yours I think i'll do this too!
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
So glad it was helpful! Yeah removing that box makes it SO much easier!
@JamJells5 жыл бұрын
There are a lot of videos on how to test these Emission parts when the key is just to buy new parts learning how to finesse taking them out and replacing the parts. Thank you for a very helpful video.
@Robby94LS5 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
@mikethomas38199 жыл бұрын
I just replaced a heater hose to my heater core on a 2002 focus zts, and broke the nipple off my dpfe sensor. I ended up using some jb weld putty epoxy to put the hose back on. So far, so good.
@jeremyspinney38033 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the video quick and sufficient for someone just looking to see easy access and removal thank you brother
@Premnasbiaculeatus9 жыл бұрын
Nice video Robby, you should do one of these every time you fix something on either car. My only complaint; 466 views and not one comment? C'mon people, if you're going to benefit from this Man's knowledge at least leave a nice thank you note.
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, I tried to include everything I didn't find in other videos. Hope it IS helping people out a little!
@kylepierce64929 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. This helps in a few ways. Nice and clear vid. Good job.
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
Kyle Pierce You're welcome, glad it was helpful!! I'll be posting another this week, the highlights of replacing a thermostat housing on the same car!
@kylepierce64929 жыл бұрын
Awesome..that will be in the area i work in next. Thx again.
@randellhettinger46069 жыл бұрын
Thanks much! I had no clue where to find it. Much appreciated.
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
Randell Hettinger Glad it helped!! I also have a video on replacing the thermostat housing on the same car, that's something else that seems to be a fairly common problem!
@angie197126 жыл бұрын
thank you so truly for just mentioning info on nut un der the valve, cuz im standing here trying not to freak ouit, cuz it shows nothing on that in other ez vid's. it s not brainsurgery, just don't wanna break or end up buying shit xtra i shouldn't have had to. right.? never done one til now, the manifold pipe just goes into nothing on bracket. how frikin lame.!!! so thanks for the simplicity of ur vid. truly ang. melrose oregon.
@Robby94LS6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! So glad it was able to help you!!
@stanhetrick93825 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! We have a 2001 Zetec that looks the same. For someone like me that has it half way apart it is very helpful! My problem is that I can't loosen the lower nipple to the egr. Everything else comes apart. But the lower connection won't budge. Seems frozen. Any insight into breaking that lower connection?
@Robby94LS5 жыл бұрын
Make sure you're spinning it the correct direction. It confused me! Good luck and thanks for watching!!
@jordanr31632 жыл бұрын
This might sound dumb but when I look up when I'm buying a new one, one has the little thing sticking up at the top and the other doesn't
@Robby94LS2 жыл бұрын
That’s not dumb at all! It’s hard getting the right parts between Zetec, Duratec, and Split Port. Definitely compare it to the old one, and ensure it’s giving you the one for the right engine.
@jamesa3423 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Robby94LS3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome, hope it was able to help!
@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph21207 жыл бұрын
would having a bad egr build up pressure in the vale cover ?
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
I don't think so but I'm not 100%. If the valve sticks in the closed position I believe the gases will just escape through the exhaust, not build up.
@blass55063 жыл бұрын
A bad Pcv valve will damage the valve cover
@claudiaespinosa9499 жыл бұрын
Thanks friend, good video!
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
JUAN GARCIA No problem! I also have a video of replacing a thermostat housing on the same car if you need that! Keep that in mind!! And check back in now and then, more coming soon... as things break LoL!
@claudiaespinosa9499 жыл бұрын
THANKS BUDDY! HAVE A NICE DAY!
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
JB is good stuff @psychotogen1! Great job, that should work for awhile!
@mikethomas38198 жыл бұрын
+Robby94LS Still holding up! Saved me 80 bucks on a new sensor!
@Robby94LS8 жыл бұрын
NICE psychotogen1!! Glad to hear that!
@triippiikhiid2234 жыл бұрын
If my Ford Focus 2005 shuts down when I stop or brake u think replacing this will solve the problem of it turning off?
@Robby94LS4 жыл бұрын
@@triippiikhiid223 That could be a number of things. Do you have a check engine light on? This issue usually gives you a check engine light. If there's no check engine light, first I'd just check the basics if you haven't already, spark plugs, plug wires, coil pack (which I also have a video on) and air filter. Also keep the fuel filter and fuel pump in mind if your car has higher miles and it hasn't been done.
@Robby94LS4 жыл бұрын
@@triippiikhiid223 Also, if your car is a Duratec engine it will be different. In 2005 I know a lot of them were Duratec instead of Zetec like mine. They'll have individual coil packs on each cyl instead of one coil pack and plug wires. They have a common problem with the intake manifold you may want to explore too.
@raymondmendoza90519 жыл бұрын
How many miles you have on the focus when you replaced the egr valve
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
Raymond Mendoza I had about 177K miles on it.
@mrguilford675 жыл бұрын
What size is the nut
@Godisgr8always2 жыл бұрын
Does anybody have a 2002 Ford Focus se wagon? My car idles high for a couple minutes at cold start. I’m wondering if it’s the IAC valve or maybe the egr valve is stuck open or close or has carbon build up? Anyone please?
@Robby94LS2 жыл бұрын
As long as it's a Zetec everything should be very similar if not identical. I also have a 2003 that's identical. High cold start idle IS IACV a lot of the time, and sometimes you can even just clean the old one, so give that a shot!
@Godisgr8always2 жыл бұрын
@@Robby94LS yeah I have the zetec engine. Thanks for the reply.
@acesarp4 жыл бұрын
What’s the size of the wrench?
@Robby94LS4 жыл бұрын
I don't remember the exact size, but it was larger, maybe 15mm? Sorry I couldn't be more help with that!
@williamvest85817 жыл бұрын
how do I know if my valve is bad I have a code po402 something about EGR flow excessive Detected
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
There are videos on how to test the valve you can find, but it's cheap enough to where I'd probably just replace it. It COULD be a bad sensor instead of valve, but if your car is older, high miles, and the valve looks rough, I'd say go ahead and replace it. You're looking at the right spot, that code definitely means something within the EGR system is having some issues!
@williamvest85816 жыл бұрын
sorry I dider know you got back with me 9 months ago but I have change Everything but one thing not the egr valve yea I did get a code po401 today and I think its that valve it cuts out and Everthing too
@tonyachristensen72959 жыл бұрын
I have a focus with 248,000 miles on it..looks like the original EGR valve..what exactly does the EGR valve do..if its bad, what will I notice my car doing? it seems to be running ok..just wondering if I need to replace it due to its age?
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
+Tonya Smith IMPRESSIVE mileage, that's awesome!! EGR is exhaust gas recirculation, it's an emissions part that, long story short, helps take unburned fuel in the exhaust and put it back through the system so it can be burned making the car burn cleaner overall. Depending on how they fail (it IS a valve that opens and closes) I've heard some people complain of rough running engines, mine did not run poorly at all, you will get a check engine light with an EGR code. The computer senses that it's bad. I had to fix mine because I live in an area that emissions tests vehicles. Hope that helps!
@tonyachristensen72959 жыл бұрын
thanks..I'll leave it alone..it runs great and does not idle rough, and I am not getting any codes...car is awesome, just needs front wheel bearings and a driver side axle..but they are original also.. Its kind of a fun car to work on..nothing is that hard to fix on it..its a good project car!? ..thanks for the response..Tonya
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
They ARE easy and fun to work on! As far as a project car, depends on what your goals are and what you want to do, there is definitely no shortage of information on them online! Aftermarket fun parts are getting harder to find these days, most companies have migrated to making stuff for the newer Focus ST!
@tonyachristensen72959 жыл бұрын
I hear ya..this is just my "work" car..I just drive it 30 miles to and from work each day, it gets great gas mileage, and being a stick, its fun to drive too..handles and rides pretty well..interior still looks like new!..people are amazed at the mileage on it..Have a great Holiday thanks for the info!
@Robby94LS9 жыл бұрын
Yeah, probably the best mix of price and quality you can get for a commuter car!! No problem, and happy holidays to you too!!
@jordanr31632 жыл бұрын
Is this the sohc or dohc
@Robby94LS2 жыл бұрын
It’s the DOHC Zetec engine, but I think it’s the same (or very close) EGR setup for both!
@bluetree10537 жыл бұрын
it's a pressure sensor
@windowpane07 жыл бұрын
Was a gasket involved ??
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
I believe so. I can't remember 100% anymore, but I THINK the new one came with a gasket. Came with everything needed and I never had a problem with it despite it starting to surface rust again a little over a year later.
@windowpane07 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply , ......Much repect
@petrdrbal107 жыл бұрын
What were the symptoms please ?
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
For me, and most, it's just a check engine light. The engine ran fine, but it's an emissions part so it needed to be replaced for me to pass. I've seen some people complain of the engine running a little rough, it depends on how the valve fails.
@petrdrbal107 жыл бұрын
Thanks ,mine started jerking in front of stop sign when ac was on ...I changed ac compressor cleaned idle control valve now it idles it does it almost all the time when in gear even if ac is off sometimes backfires seems seems coming from cat area ....new spark plugs and wires compression is fine so time for egr.... When idles no jerks ....Do you suspect something else ? Thanks in advance
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
That sounds like it may be something more than the EGR valve. Do you have a check engine light at all? I'd check the air filter if you haven't already, (start easy!) and since you've already done plugs and wires and checked compression, I'd also look at the coil pack if you haven't yet. I actually had the main coil pack harness fail on this car as well, I have a video on that as well! A failed coil pack or coil pack harness will display the symptoms you've described!
@petrdrbal107 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your answer , no codes ,I tried open the air filter housing to have a gap ...so I bet air filter is out .....the coil pack is good idea ..will do..I had the test light on but I assumed the lit was blinking on wires ,but when staling the intervals of the blinking was interrupted when almost staling .
@Robby94LS7 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're on the right track! Let us know how it goes!
@saraallen66782 жыл бұрын
Has this fixed a P0401 issue for anyone?
@saraallen66782 жыл бұрын
Already replaced the sensor. Only things left are the actuator solenoid or the egr itself.
@Robby94LS2 жыл бұрын
@@saraallen6678 If you've already replaced the sensor then I'm sure this is it, especially if it looks like hell. They would just rust to death! The only question I have, after replacing the sensor, did you have the code reset and drive a full cycle to see if it came back? Some codes don't self clear.
@saraallen66782 жыл бұрын
Yes. We had the code reset after replacing and as my son drove to emissions it turned back on.
@Robby94LS2 жыл бұрын
@@saraallen6678 Ah ok. Yeah the EGR valve is pretty cheap overall, it's an easy DIY, and it was a VERY common problem on MK1 Focuses. It would be a great little project for your son!
@rhondaturner16616 жыл бұрын
change your video title to I dribble cos I didn't see how you changed anything all you talked about was what you had done not what you need to do useless ffs
@Robby94LS6 жыл бұрын
LoL I'll shoot another one and name it that JUST for you! Thank you though, I *am* aware of the lack of 'action' shots. As I'm not a full time KZbinr I don't have equipment for filming hands free. If you would like to purchase equipment for me I'm happy to reshoot, name it anything you'd like and give you credit! Thanks for watching!!
@bonez24248 жыл бұрын
thanks man, advance auto was charging me 350 plus "extra" services for this issue
@Robby94LS8 жыл бұрын
+Keon Minns No problem! Glad it was able to help you!!
@bonez24248 жыл бұрын
p.s who the down voted this?
@Robby94LS8 жыл бұрын
+Keon Minns LoL it's funny how there's ONE too.... Guess there's always that ONE person out there! Or maybe I didn't explain something enough for someone, never know!
@Engineer97363 жыл бұрын
I did, now what you gonna do with me huuhhh Just kidding, i didn't vote down 😂