EGR flow malfunction could be caused by a clogged EGR valve or EGR tube. Before replacing any parts try cleaning the EGR valve, tube and passages. Another common part is the EGR Vacuum Modulator Valve. The EGR vacuum modulator valve controls the amount and frequency of vacuum sent to the EGR valve and often gets clogged with carbon from the engine.
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How to Fix the DTC P0401 2001 Toyota Camry?
Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.
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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?
Labor: 1.0
The cost to diagnose the P0401 2001 Toyota Camry code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
When is the Code Detected?
- Low EGR flow control is detected
What are Code Possible Symptoms?
Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
Engine hesitation
What Does the P0401 2001 Toyota Camry Code Mean?
Early Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems component s include and EGR Valve, and Engine Control Μodule (ECΜ) Controlled Vacuum Switch Valve or EGR Solenoid and an EGR Vacuum Μodulator. Depending on the engine and driving conditions, the ECΜ will control the EGR Solenoid which will operate the EGR Vacuum Μodulator to regulate the opening and closing of the EGR Valve.
P0401 2001 Toyota Camry Code - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected