EGR VALVE CLEAN - Toyota Avensis 2.2 Diesel

[@bchaperz]

Thanks for the videos, just changed my glow plugs today using your glow plug video on my Corolla (same engine) was so straight forward with you helpful tutorials. Think I will tackle the EGR tomorrow now too whilst I do the oil change.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Nice one Ben. its really satisfying when you change your glow plugs.

[@gtibruce]

@@amateurtorque6709 Are these engines and the 1.6 petrols up to 2011 prone to using excessive oil ?

[@amateurtorque6709]

@@gtibruce I can only speak for the 2.2 diesels, and they use about half a litre every 10-15k miles, usually its time for a service anyway, its rare i have to top up.

[@pamojainternationalministr8090]

This video has saved me £447.00. My garage quoted £450 part and labour and after watching this video I went to europarts and bought a 500ml can spay of Egr cleaner for £3.29. I did it myself and it took about 45 minutes to take the valve out, clean it and put it back. The car has restored all the power and performance it had before. Thank you for making this vid bro 👊🏾

[@amateurtorque6709]

Really pleased it worked for you, 45 minutes is a good time, I know who to come to when mine needs done again.

[@tamaskovacs6404]

@@amateurtorque6709 Is it important to tighten it to a specific strength? And do you need to lube the gaskets before reassembling?

[@amateurtorque6709]

@@tamaskovacs6404 In my opinion not too tight. No need to lube the gaskets, just make sure they're clean.

[@apportionated]

Your tutorial worked perfectly. I watched it twice before doing it. I had problems with black smoke on cold starts and rough idling. I used your tutorial for my 2.0 D4D (2006) due to a P0400 error code. When I took the EGR valve off, it was absolutely caked in carbon. I used a hoover and a screwdriver then EGR valve cleaner to get it shiny again. Previous owners should be ashamed! I have no history on the car, and I'm only comfortable doing this sort of maintenance due to content like yours. Thank you so much, it's saving me a lot of money that I can't afford!

[@amateurtorque6709]

Really pleased the video helped.

[@Letstalkaddiction1]

Right folks! I have to share my recent experience, 2013 Avensis with check parking break system coming on and car going into limp mode. I had the car checked by 2 mechanics and both said I needed 3 injectors and an EGR valve. After watching this video several times I took on the task of cleaning out the EGR. Well when I say it’s like a different car to drive…I’ve amazing, very powerful, unreal and all warning lights gone off on dash. I am really hoping this stays the case as the prices ive been quoted are up on €1500 for 4 injectors and the EGR bypass. Thanks very much for your help and thanks to all in the comments for your guidance. I took a large amount of sut out of the EGR today then 🚙💨💨

[@amateurtorque6709]

I'm pleased this helped on your newer T270 model. What country are you in?

[@Letstalkaddiction1]

Just over in Ireland here…

[@neilhudson7099]

Thank you for submitting this video, had EGR fault today, followed your steps and fixed! Clear and straight forward explanation, much appreciated!

[@amateurtorque6709]

pleased it helped

[@DeRen179]

We have a 2008 177HP model. On that one I suggest to buy all 3 gaskets beforehand because there is a good chance that they will fall apart completely. I think I paid 12€ for all 3, and had to wait from Monday till Friday to arrive that's why it's better to have them before starting repair. Another thing: disassemble the EGR valve so that you can push with your finger and therefore clean entire valve. Use EGR cleaner spray but be careful to not touch it because it is very strong and it can peel off your skin (it happened to me, gloves had cracks). Also after you clean the major dirt it is good to fill up the valve with EGR cleaner and leave soaking for some time. Our D-CAT version is more prone to EGR clogging and needs to be cleaned regularly. We are cleaning at least once a year. There's a way to avoid all this by closing the passage and reprogramming the computer, they charge about 150€ but we preferred to not do this and rather just keep cleaning it. Anyway it's not a big deal because it is very accessible and easy to clean.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Dejan, that's really useful advice, next time I clean it I will change the gaskets

[@amateurtorque6709]

I'm so please this helped you save money. I did not notice my MPG increase. Make sure you change the fuel filter and air filter every 20,000 miles for best MPG.

[@Yamaha9575]

Serious video man. Engine managenent , Trc off and VSC lights were showing on my dash. Turned out to be a clogged EGR valve. Cheers

[@amateurtorque6709]

Did you have to replace the EGR valve or just clean it?

[@Yamaha9575]

Amateur Torque just cleaned it was all. Used brake cleaner and picked all the dirt out. Lights went out straight away.

[@SnapperNik8]

Gong to do this on my 2012 D4D abd hopefully resolves some issues - thats a first class easy to follow set of instructions which i;m nost greateful for you sharing

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Paul, let me know how you get on.

[@scotscaspian]

Awesome, my car is boosting like normal again, Thanks!

[@amateurtorque6709]

I'm really pleased, after I cleaned mine it sounded different, better, but i wasn't sure if it was a placebo effect, but you've confirmed it wasn't.

[@rehmancricket]

Excellent video, really enjoyed and learnt how to clean the EGR Valve, thank you

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thank Aleem, pleased it helped. Out of interest, do you have an Avensis?

[@cooperflack4731]

Thank you. Great video and solved my P0400 fault code 👍🏽

[@amateurtorque6709]

Pleased it helped, cheers.

[@nomercyforthewicked]

Thanks for the video it worked a charm

[@amateurtorque6709]

Pleased it helped

[@Patrik_007]

What about the eve mount on the engine where to spray down. Not any risk with some sot or spray going into the engine? Got a 2014 rav4 2.2 and ordered blocking plates with a 10mm hole in it to try. This video has been a great help!

[@royfishall6482]

Same engine arrangement as my RAV4, very useful guide

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Roy

[@fizaraja2205]

Very Good video mate. I am gonna clean 2.0 auris egr and cuz of of your detailed video I am quite confident 👌👍

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Babar, let me know how you get on.

[@hjunnaid]

Excellent job and I'll be doing it soon on my 2008 thumbs up

[@BaffledApe]

Nice video. I have a 2007 Corolla Verso, 2.2 Diesel D4D and the engine layout / EGR valve looks identical. I have a P0400 'EGR Valve flow' error code and engine management light. I will go into battle with my own EGR valve tomorrow armed with your excellent video ... cheers 👍

[@amateurtorque6709]

I've just seen your blog, well done for the clean up, and great pictures.

[@BaffledApe]

@@amateurtorque6709 Thank You for pointing me in the right direction and inspiring confidence 👍

[@iwandrakonpl]

Absolute awesomeness ! car fixed. thank you!

[@amateurtorque6709]

pleased it helped

[@Klingentaenzer]

Tip for cleaning the lower part: use a vacuum-cleaner while scratching with the screw driver and maybe you have a gun barrel cleaning copper-brush.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks for the tip Ron. I have an old hoover I can use next time.

[@torbenlarsen]

Very good and informative video, even than i'm a Dane, i know for sure what to do when this time comes to me.... Thanks alot.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Torben

[@georgemacdonald3087]

Very clear explanation and well videoed.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks George.

[@rantzzzrantzzz2568]

Great videos. Any idea of the size of the two bolts which connect the cooler pipe to the engine? Managed to lose mine

[@madmad1955uk]

Excellent vid my friend. Anyone have the torque settings for the bolts?

[@Mr330d]

That’s a very clean Avensis 👌🏻 I have an Auris D4d 126 & Avensis D4d 116 T-spirit

[@amateurtorque6709]

I try to keep it clean. which do you prefer your Auris or your Avensis?

[@Mr330d]

@@amateurtorque6709 Definitely not the auris because she's gone now due to Rear axle snapping and a ecu burning out costing £650 in one month was sickening because it was a great drive and plenty of power for only 126bhp

[@amateurtorque6709]

@@Mr330d sorry to hear that. how do you snap a rear axle?

[@Mr330d]

@@amateurtorque6709 It had rotted at the spring carrier and snapped making a horrendous noise for a 2007 car it was very rusty underneath. Also had to replace the fuel filler neck from the tank to the filler cap as it had rotted away

[@robert6642]

Hi! Thanks for the video! I was looking for one like this. Just a question, about the engine coolant, I have the same engine D4D, the engine coolant is always on MIN when engine is cold, but is MAX when is hot, is it normal?? Thanks

[@amateurtorque6709]

Pleased it helped you. Yes thats normal, thats why some people refer to it as an expansion tank. The main thing to keep an eye on is your temperature gauge, mine is consistently about half way up the gauge, its never been higher.

[@robert6642]

@@amateurtorque6709 👍🏼👍🏼😀 thank you!!!

[@colincrooky]

Very good - righty tighty - 3 little holdy things. Are these technical terms? Well done and we’ll look forward to a future video on How to Clean a Driveway of Carbon Residue.

[@amateurtorque6709]

😄

[@nomercyforthewicked]

Awesome video thanks for all your help man

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thank you. Did you subscribe, I have more on the way.

[@nomercyforthewicked]

Yes I did ,

[@barrymoylan7585]

Helpful video but I have the same type Toyota avensis on the inlet manifold there are three ports on the egr inlet as you can see in this video only one is open . By cleaning the egr you are only scratching the surface. You must remove the inlet manifold because the ports into the cylinder head will also be blocked with carbon use a blade to cut the carbon away from the head and any cleaning of the ports have a hover sucking what you are picking away or have a blower attached to a compressor because carbon that has made its way down

[@barrymoylan7585]

Between the valve and the piston could damage a valve on start up

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Barry ill look into that.

[@ranafahadali2122]

@Amateur Torque Amazing Video. i tried to clean the EGR on my 08 Auris 2.0 D4D after watching your video but got stuck on the stripped bolt or bolt thread (left near side on the top of EGR) it just turns but wont come out, i have soaked it with WD40 but no use. Any ideas?

[@amateurtorque6709]

oh no. I would buy a Gear Wrench bolt biter, Project Farm has a YT video which tests all the best bolt extractor.

[@ranafahadali2122]

@@amateurtorque6709 thank you for the suggestion. i'll try that i have a set bolt biter,

[@popchek7]

Thanks for this helpful tutorial! Saved at least £400 the mechanic wanted to change to a new part + labour. Question: I noticed that my fuel average was quite since (around 8litres/100km). Will this get better? Is there something else that needs cleaning affecting fuel efficiency?

[@Ricardo-kh7qr]

Decarbonize the engine, use quality oils, change air and oil filters, glow plugs and replace antifreeze. But don't forget that if it's a 2.0 or 2.2 engine there are no miracles.

[@stefosters]

Having this problem myself big time, and have tried many things to help, like fuel additives. Looking forward to trying this today. Thanks for the informative video 👌

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hope it sorts your problem out.

[@stefosters]

@@amateurtorque6709 . Managed to do it. Used carb cleaner, rags and a screwdriver to scrape. it’s like a new car. After a bit of a drive, it’s blown excess smoke out, and now driving better than ever. It was absolutely caked in soot. Holes were completely blocked. I can now hear it whistling and breathing again - in a good way like it should be. Mpg drastically rising too , as I’m out for a motorway drive atm. 👍 Thanks 🙏🏻

[@amateurtorque6709]

@@stefosters Nice one, its always good to hear the turbo whistling as it should

[@jaymorris3468]

Thank you so much for posting

[@amateurtorque6709]

Pleased it helped.

[@mrconta]

Can i use vaccum? first loosen the carb buildup and then vaccum? what happens if fluid or old carb is fallen down the hole ?

[@amateurtorque6709]

If your vacuum is old yes, don't worry if small amounts fall into the hole, they should get burned up eventually on a good run.

[@craigappleyard4741]

I had a lexus is220d exactly the same problem. some of these 2.2 engines burn oi ( not all engines)l so in turn block egr valves very quickly i would say every 8k miles. Ypu have a good one or a bad one,the engine is made in poland.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Yes I have had to clean the EGR valve on my IS220 also, I've had the Lexus 5 years, only had to clean it once thankfully, but in future I may clean it every other oil and filter change.

[@Peterpepper69]

Excellent video I've got the exact same vehicle it has starting problems when not been in use for a while do you think the egr could be the cause of my starting problems

[@Ajklens]

I have similar issues specially on cold start .... I have changed the battery, new glow plug and fuel filter changed but the problem is still there.... have you manage to fix your car??

[@Peterpepper69]

Ive changed the battery thats all but still have the problem. I will look at getting the egr valve cleaned next. Theres no smoke coming out the back of mine though like in the video so im a bit confusef

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi Pete, cleaning the EGR valve didn't effect my starting problems. however the Toyota Forum recommends changing the SCV. i haven't tried this yet. www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/topic/170686-cold-start-valve-suction-control-valve/

[@andybod]

@@amateurtorque6709 £50 for a new Denso SCV (also known as the cold start valve) fixed my cold staring issue on my D4D Auris.

[@davidodea2832]

Going to try this on my 1.4 d4d corolla today, car lags on acceleration due to high city driving.

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi David, did you manage to clean your egr valve? was it similar to my video?

[@davidodea2832]

@@amateurtorque6709 hi I tried but one of the egr bolts where so badly rusted and rounded coudnt get it off :).

[@scotscaspian]

@@davidodea2832 You can always get a bolt off. Just Google it.

[@davidodea2832]

@@scotscaspian thanks mate I got a bolt remover socket set and got it off . Car is flying it after the egr clean . Was so dirty I took before and after pics . Thanks so much for the video it was great help . Bless u 🙏👍

[@davidodea2832]

@@amateurtorque6709 thank you

[@ClubTRD]

Do you also recemend to clean the intake .. is just below the EGR ?

[@davidodea2832]

Trying to do this on 2004 Toyota corolla 1.4 d4d. Can't get at 1 egr cooler bolt it's so frustrating 😤😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@amateurtorque6709]

Did you manage to get to the bolt?

[@jehm78]

Hi! Great video! I have the exact same valve on a 08 Avensis 2.0 D-4D, and I'm gonna try these steps soon. I noticed you didn't take the top of/split up the EGR valve itself when cleaning it. There would be no need to do that?

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi Jon, thanks for the comment. you may be able to clean it further by going further inside, i didn't feel the need as i removed so much much as it was. let me know how you get on.

[@memyselfaddy]

Personally for the sake of extra few mins. Its worth taking apart fully. Atleast you can push on the valve which is spring loaded. This way can test it fully works. Good tutorial

[@legioner9]

Is this engine similar in regard to servicing to the facelift 2007 model with 177 hp?

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi, its pretty similar

[@legioner9]

@@amateurtorque6709 Thank you.

[@moriss_7435]

im gonna try this for mine 2005 d cat 177hp because it was showing p2002 code

[@LordofTreasure]

Very good Video, Thanks Buddy 👍Like

[@johnclarke6542]

Some useful data

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks John.

[@davesmith7012]

Great video

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks Dave

[@Chileanmadman]

Brilliant :) looking forward to the dpf removal for this car, can't seem to find one 👌 again, tnx👍👍

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi there, fortunately my car does not have a DPF, my 2009 Lexus does however with the same engine, maybe a future video?

[@robertfatman167]

As far as I know, this engine has a DPF fitted with a fuel injector which periodically burns off the DPF on a long run when the engine is up to temperature. Just something I was told or read somewhere. Can’t say if it’s true though.

[@gigas302]

Can you use wd40 to clean it?

[@amateurtorque6709]

I guess you could, it will clean just as well.

[@richardphillips3886]

Thanks, very useful. R

[@tomwall7966]

No videos or little on newer model avensis I no not everyone has my shape model be great get video up on it because loads taxi drivers tell me model is prone to his erg valve cleaner buinness maybe plate to block it off would be more solid solution

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi Tom, which year Avensis do you have?

[@tomwall7966]

@@amateurtorque6709 12 Toyota avensis d4d

[@russellpoland4401]

Is the EGR VALVE in the same place in an 04 Avensis D-4D??

[@amateurtorque6709]

Hi Russell, f your '04 2.0 D4D has a 1CD-FTV engine then the EGR valve will be on the right hand end of the block/intake manifold, under the black metal channel from the turbo

[@russellpoland4401]

@@amateurtorque6709 many thanks.

[@russellpoland4401]

Looks like it might be an awkward job getting mine out,but worth the effort ..

[@tomwall7966]

Iv newer model it's pretty much same job

[@amateurtorque6709]

Do you have the T270?

[@tomwall7966]

Ya 12 plate there worse for given trouble with egr valve they blow headgasget there aluminium problem is exhaust gases block port hole and head blows

[@mayczowiek2959]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@cryptokev5094]

Fit two blanker plates end off!!

[@tomwall7966]

Iv newer dpf model it's worse job I just leave car running use hammer on it I'm lazy

[@amateurtorque6709]

I've just read your comment, not sure how I missed it, very funny, I would like to see a YT video using your method 😂

[@astapbendar4102]

Помыл его не правильно, сам клапан не разобрал полностью, где ходит шток его тоже надо вымыть

[@davesmith1922]

Я думаю, что плакат "Барри Мойлан", который прокомментировал Furthur вниз также отметил это. Любитель Torque прокомментировал, что «он изучит это», так что, возможно, еще одно видео.

[@nulero82]

Diesel fuel it's the worst of oil

[@2009bigchief]

would you not be hander taking off the inlet manifold also and cleaning it out also as you seen how bad it was when you took off the egr valve just u think what is in the inlet manifold . it should be stripped bown and cleaned also. plus you would need a new inlet manifold gasket as that one you better change again

[@amateurtorque6709]

Thanks for the tip.