1997 Chevy Venture EGR error code

1997 CHEVROLET VENTURE
235,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GG1234
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Service Engine Light came on. Got OBD code P0401 (EGR flow insufficient). Had EGR valve replaced, everything else seemed OK. Same code has appeared 3 different times, but only in following circumstances: going down 2 mile steep hill, 3rd gear, speed about 35 mph, not using gas petal, occasional brake use. Otherwise light never comes on. Any suggestions other than a possible defective replacement EGR valve?
Oct 15, 2009 at 8:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Make sure where the EGR attaches to the manifold is clean. I've see the maniflod carbon up. Also, I need you to check intake manifold vacuum.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Dec 14, 2009 at 7:51 AM