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Old 31 Jul 2009, 06:46 pm
Patrick_Dickey Patrick_Dickey is offline
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Default Re: Malfunction Indicator with P0401 code

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Originally Posted by CREWZIN View Post
Hopefully one of the mechanics on the forum will see this and let you know if it could bring your PT to a halt if the EGR fails completely. I wouldn't think so but that's just my guess.
Well, I made it home. I called the Chrysler dealer where I was at, and asked about it. The mechanic said "It will idle rough, and you'll probably lose some gas mileage, but you should get home alright." And told me that it would cost me $300.00 to have them repair it (with the diagnostic testing and repair).

I loaded the car up with 91 octane gas, and a bottle of "Outlaw Fuel Injector cleaner" and went on my way. Drove 320 miles, and the gas tank hasn't hit the mark where the fuel light comes on. So, it's the best gas mileage I've ever gotten... LOL

I haven't noticed any rough idle, although I did notice the RPM needle hopping a bit while I had the cruise control on, so I stopped using the Cruise and had no more issues.

Have a great weekend I'm going to find a mechanic that can repair it cheaper than the dealer (or do it myself, if it's not that difficult).

Patrick.
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