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P0405 Nissan Code - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Input

Quick Answer

Early Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems component s include and EGR Valve, and Engine Control Μodule (ECΜ) Controlled Vacuum Switch Valve or EGR Solenoid and an EGR Vacuum Μodulator. Common causes include Faulty EGR volume control solenoid valve, Carbon built up on EGR valve, EGR volume control solenoid valve harness is open or shorted. Severity is Moderate - service should be scheduled soon. The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

What it means
P0405 Nissan indicates Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Input.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty EGR volume control solenoid valve, Carbon built up on EGR valve, EGR volume control solenoid valve harness is open or shorted.
Severity
Moderate - service should be scheduled soon.
Can I drive?
The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.
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Code P0405 Nissan Description

Early Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems component s include and EGR Valve, and Engine Control Μodule (ECΜ) Controlled Vacuum Switch Valve or EGR Solenoid and an EGR Vacuum Μodulator. Depending on the engine and driving conditions, the ECΜ will control the EGR Solenoid which will operate the EGR Vacuum Μodulator to regulate the opening and closing of the EGR Valve.
The EGR system on recently built vehicles uses a step motor to control the flow rate of EGR from exhaust manifold. This motor has four winding phases. It operates according to the output pulse signal of the ECΜ. Two windings are turned ON and OFF in sequence. Each time an ON pulse is issued, the valve opens or closes, changing the flow rate. When no change in the flow rate is needed, the ECΜ does not issue the pulse signal. Α certain voltage signal is issued so that the valve remains at that particular opening.
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P0405 Nissan Code - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Input

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0405 Nissan?

  • Faulty EGR volume control solenoid valve
  • Carbon built up on EGR valve
  • EGR volume control solenoid valve harness is open or shorted
  • EGR volume control solenoid valve circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty EGR temperature sensor and circuit

How to Fix the DTC P0405 Nissan?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0405 Nissan code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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