What are the symptoms of a faulty EGR valve?
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egr valve failure symptoms are: 1. Difficulty starting the engine, weak acceleration; 2. Failing emission tests; 3. Black smoke from the exhaust pipe; 4. Unstable idle or stalling at idle; 5. Check engine light flashing; 6. Engine oil burning; 7. Increased fuel consumption. Causes of EGR valve damage: 1. Quality issues with the exhaust gas recirculation system itself; 2. Improper maintenance; 3. Fuel quality problems; 4. Aging of the waste valve. The function of the EGR valve is to appropriately reduce fuel consumption, improve engine efficiency, lower exhaust temperature, and reduce the formation of nitrogen oxide compounds and carbon monoxide.