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Suzuki Esteem won't start after EGR Valve Replacement
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Jan 11, 2009, 1:19 PM
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Suzuki Esteem won't start after EGR Valve Replacement
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I have a 1999 Suzuki Esteem 1.6L 16 valve. 120,000 miles on it. I was getting the EGR Flow engine error code so I took off the EGR valve cleaned it up a bit and that fixed the problem for a couple of weeks. When the light came back on I replaced the EGR valve with a used one. Now the engine won't start at all with the old EGR valve or the new one. It turns over but won't start. If I spray some quick starter in the air intake it will fire and run for a few seconds but then die. I tried blocking the EGR valve altogether but there is no change. Any ideas?
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Loren Champlain Sr
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Jan 11, 2009, 5:27 PM
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An EGR valve won't keep an engine from starting. Granted, it may not run real good, but should run. Doesn't sound like you are getting fuel to the injectors. Look for disconnected or poorly connected connectors. Can't image how you'd blown a fuse or a relay doing the EGR, but worth a check. Loren SW Washington
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Jan 12, 2009, 6:23 PM
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Thanks, I don't see any problems with any connectors or hoses - the fuel pump relay does not seem to be the problem. Is there a simple way to tell if the fuel pump is working?
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Loren Champlain Sr
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Jan 12, 2009, 6:55 PM
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Well, the best and safest way would be to connect a fuel pressure guage to the fuel rail. Listen for the fuel pump running when you first turn on the ignition. Being hard of hearing, I'll stick a funnel in the fuel tank opening, hold my ear close, and have someone turn on the key (or have someone with some hearing left to listen). It'll only run for a few seconds, then shut off. Loren SW Washington
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Jan 13, 2009, 3:41 PM
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Update - problem was the fuel pump. I think it will spell the end of the line for this Esteem. Thanks for your help.
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