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The video demonstrates the process of cleaning the EGR valve on a Citroen C4 1.6 HDI without removing it using a diesel cleaner. The steps involve removing the engine cover, using a spray while the car is idling, and reinstalling the valve after cleaning. Precautions like wearing gloves are advised due to the product's corrosiveness. It is suggested to clean the EGR valve every 20,000 miles, with the speaker planning to do so at 30,000 kilometers. The video emphasizes the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of using cleaning cans, concluding with a call to action for viewers.
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In this part of the video, Will discusses cleaning the EGR valve on his Citroen C4 1.6 HDI due to an engine light issue. He uses a diesel EGR valve cleaner without removing the valve. He demonstrates removing the top engine cover, loosening Jubilee clips, and gently prying off connectors to access and clean the valve. It is emphasized to be cautious with the brittle clips. This segment highlights steps for cleaning the EGR valve without removal on an older car with nearly 200,000 kilometers on it.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the process of using a spray to clean the EGR valve of a car. They advise spraying in small bursts until half the can is used while the car is idling, holding the RPM at 2,000. After cleaning, they detail the reinstallation process of the EGR valve and mention the importance of wearing rubber latex nitrile gloves due to the product being corrosive. The whole cleaning process and reinstallation should take around 10-15 minutes, and the process can vary depending on the car model’s EGR valve positioning.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the option of removing the EGR valve for cleaning or using an EGR cleaner spray as an alternative. It is recommended to spray the EGR cleaner into the engine every 20,000 miles. The speaker, noting their high mileage car, plans to do it at every 20,000 miles or 30,000 kilometers. They emphasize that it is the driver’s choice and that the cleaning cans are relatively inexpensive and can be found at local auto parts stores. The video ends with a call to action to subscribe, like, share, and follow them on social media platforms.