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DTC P0404-EGR Position Sensor Performance: Notes

Fig 1: EGR System - Circuit Diagram
G04854115Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article.

Theory of Operation 

The EGR valve has a position sensor and the EGR position rationality is designed to make sure that the valve moves freely within its operating range. Closed valve position reference check verifies that the valve is within its allowable upper and lower limits. The EGR position rationality test looks for a sustained error relative to commanded valve position. 

Possible Causes
EXCESSIVE RESISTANCE IN THE (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT 
(K35) EGR SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT 
(K34) EGR SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN 
(K34) EGR SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
(K900) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN 
EGR SOLENOID ASSEMBLY 
PCM 

Always perform the PRE-DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE before proceeding.