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Top garages for Volkswagen EGR Valve (11,785 found)
Wilco Motosave - York
351 Jobs Completed
York
4.7 / 5

Wilco Motosave is one of the North's leading independent family owned motorists' stores and fitting centres. With 26 branches located throughout Yorkshire, Lincolnshi

Mr Tyre Ltd - Warwick
494 Jobs Completed
Warwick
4.7 / 5

Mr Tyre offer a comprehensive range of tyre fitting, puncture repairs and auto services from our centre in Warwick. Drawing on over 48 years of experience in the industry

Darlington Motor Vehicle Service ltd
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Darlington
4.3 / 5

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City Auto Works
106 Jobs Completed
Milton Keynes
5.0 / 5

For the love of cars. City Auto Works is a small independent car servicing and repair destination. We Offer: Original manufacturer recommended servicing using only O

Protyre Workington
173 Jobs Completed
Workington
4.5 / 5

Lucy and her team pride themselves on providing an exceptional level of customer service. The centre specialises in mechanical repairs including vehicle servicing and MOT

Trusty Spanners
21 Jobs Completed
stevenage
5.0 / 5

Choosing the right mechanic for your car can be a daunting task, but with our mobile mechanic business, you can rest assured that you've made the right choice. Our team o

Betts Automotive
76 Jobs Completed
skewien
4.3 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Collingham Autos LTD
765 Jobs Completed
Manchester
4.6 / 5

We specialise in car repair and car servicing all carried out in our fully equipped garage. We are a family business and operate throughout the Manchester, Cheetham Hill

West Yorkshire Autos Ltd
669 Jobs Completed
Pontefract
4.8 / 5

Family Run Business, we are RAC Approved, we cover any warranty work. as we are fully VAT registered. We aim for 100% customer satisfaction Class 4 & 7 MOT Sta

Piston&Rotor The Garage
2890 Jobs Completed
Bury
4.7 / 5

We are an independent garage located in Bury and serving the Greater Manchester area. We are specialised in engine and gearbox rebuilds, we do have state of the art diag

MK Servicing
192 Jobs Completed
Reading
4.2 / 5

MK Servicing was set up by myself to give a better service at a better price. As an independent mechanic we have minimal overheads meaning we can pass these savings to ou

Coombe cars ltd
65 Jobs Completed
London
3.5 / 5

Drivers Autocentre - Maryhill Road
2010 Jobs Completed
Glasgow
4.5 / 5

SCOTLAND'S GARAGE OF THE YEAR 2017/2018/2019 Drivers Autocentre we aim to provide the best value for money service and experience when you entrust us with your vehicle.

Formula One Autocentres - Hull
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Volkswagen EGR valve replacement by nearby mechanics
Frequently asked questions
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What is an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve?

An exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve reroutes some of the exhaust gases which are emitted by your Volkswagen's engine into the combustion chambers to reduce the nitrogen oxide emissions in petrol and diesel engines.
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What are the common symptoms of an issue with the EGR valve?

An EGR valve can fail by remaining permanently open or permanently closed. If the EGR valve is stuck open, you’ll notice one or more of the following symptoms in your Volkswagen:
  • The vehicle does not idle smoothly when starting or at low engine speeds
  • The engine stalls when idle
  • There’s an increase in fuel consumption
  • Your Volkswagen smells of fuel while it’s running
  • Your Volkswagen fails its emissions test
  • The ‘Check Engine’ light is on
Common symptoms if the valve is stuck open include:
  • A tapping noise coming from the engine at low RPM
  • Loud and potentially harmful ignition detonations
  • Your Volkswagen fails the emissions test
  • The ‘Check Engine’ light will be on
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How to replace the EGR Valve?

If it’s broken, you’ll need to replace your Volkswagen's EGR valve straightaway to prevent further damage occurring. The process to replace the EGR valve is as follows:
  • Locate the valve
  • Undo the bolts
  • Disconnect the electrical connector
  • Replace the part
The cost of labour when replacing an EGR valve can vary, as locating the valve can take more time on some vehicles than others.
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What does it cost to replace the EGR Valve?

EGR valve repair depends on the make and model of car. As a guide, you should expect to pay between £150 and £300.

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How much does a Volkswagen EGR Valve cost?

The cost of EGR Valve will likely differ greatly depending on which Volkswagen model you have. Combining the varying cost of parts and the difference in labour hours needed to complete the job, different Volkswagen models will cost different amounts for EGR Valve. Take a look below at the average quote for EGR Valve on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Volkswagen models.


EGR Valve Cost by Volkswagen Model
Volkswagen ModelAverage PriceGet Quotes
Volkswagen Golf£374.13
Volkswagen Transporter£426.21
Volkswagen Passat£382.81
Volkswagen Polo£388.32
Volkswagen Caddy£406.19

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 12/09/2023 and 11/12/2023.