OBD II Fault Code P042E :

Description of Fault code P042E

EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) VALVE INCORRECT POSITION

Possible failuer P042E

• EGR valve stuck or jammed
• EGR valve position sensor recognized active value shifting

Diagnostic Procedure using AutoHex II Scan Tool

• Deviation between target valve position and active valve position is beyond -3% during 4 seconds and more.

Test Conditions using AutoHex tester

• IG ON (II)
• BATTERY voltage ≥ 10.5V

Clear Fault codes Conditions

• Deviation between target valve position and active valve position is beyond -3% during 4 seconds and more.

MIL Status

• Check Engine Light ON

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