Chevrolet P140E: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Motor Control Circuit 2 High Voltage

Is your scanner showing Chevrolet P140E?
No worries. We'll show you what it means and how to deal with it.

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Chevrolet P140E: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Motor Control Circuit 2 High Voltage

OVERVIEW
Severity
:
High
DIY Difficulty Level
:
Intermediate
Repair Cost
:
$100-$200
Can I Still Drive?
:
Yes (Short-term only)

What Does The Chevrolet P140E Code Mean?

This code is set when ECM detects that the EGR Valve Low (Close) control circuit voltage is greater than a calibrated threshold for greater than 3 s.

Conditions for setting the DTC:

  • The Ignition is ON.
  • The battery voltage is greater than 11 V.
  • The EGR control circuit is active.
  • The starter is not cranking.
  • The DTCs run continuously when the above conditions are met.

Recommended Parts

Below are some recommended auto parts to help you address the trouble code affecting your vehicle and get it running smoothly again:

>>> WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit
>>> GM Genuine Parts 214-2126 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Motor

Note: During the purchasing process, please check carefully whether the part you want to buy fits your car!

Reference Sources

  • GM, 2014, Service Bullettin – Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Warning Lamps And/Or MIL Are Illuminated Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
    Message Displayed Various DTCs Set (Inspect Wiring Harnesses for Chafing).
  • GM, 2016, Service Bullettin – Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Warning Lamps And/Or MIL Are Illuminated Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
    Message Displayed Various DTCs Set (Inspect Wiring Harnesses for Chafing).
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