A reliable and proven method of emission control for both petrol and diesel applications

As a result of a controlled reduction of oxygen content in the combustion process by the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, the combustion temperature and pressure is reduced, allowing for a reduction in NOx (Nitrogen Oxides) concentrates emitted to the environment.
Since harmful NOx are mainly produced at high temperatures, it is possible with the EGR system to reduce these pollutants by up to 50 percent and also reduce soot particulates on diesel engines by up to 10 percent, says Premier Auto Trade.
Typical EGR Valve systems used are as follows:
• Pneumatic EGR Valves: activated by vacuum through electromagnetic valves which generally have an open – closed function only. The vacuum is generated from the inlet manifold or by a vacuum pump, depending on vehicle type, and may incorporate an EGR position sensor.
• Electric EGR Valves: activated directly by the control unit and no longer needs a vacuum source or electro–pneumatic valves.
• Electric EGR Valves with Cooler Modules: for further reduction of combustion temperatures and further control of emissions.
• DC Motor EGR Valve with Hall Sensor Response: current units fitted for increased opening force and quicker response time – diesel.

EGR Valve operation on Common Rail Diesel and Direct Petrol Injection
A regulating throttle assembly or intake manifold flap is utilised to create a greater pressure difference between the exhaust and inlet manifolds to allow the exhaust recirculation to enter the inlet in quantities required.
Premier Auto Trades notes that the regulating throttle assembly flap is normally in a full open “at rest” position.
When partly closed, this creates a lower pressure in the inlet manifold for EGR operation.
When fully closed during engine switch off, it prevents shut down shuddering on diesel engines.

Variable CAM timing to control EGR
Premier Auto Trade explains that the exhaust variable camshaft solenoid remaining open for a longer period and allowing exhaust gas to be drawn back into the cylinder during the intake stroke, results in Exhaust Gas Recirculation.
It states this design eliminates EGR Valves on some engines.

AMM – Air Mass Meter operation for EGR monitoring and control
The control unit requires accurate monitoring of engine loads and EGR operation to minimise emissions.
Premier Auto Trade explains the AMM monitors air intake that would vary with EGR operation.

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