P1404 Ford Code - EGR Valve Stuck Closed
Quick Answer
P1404 Ford indicates EGR Valve Stuck Closed. Common causes include Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve solenoid, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve carbon blockage. 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
- P1404 Ford indicates EGR Valve Stuck Closed.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve solenoid, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve carbon blockage.
- 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.
Code P1404 Ford Description
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1404 Ford?
- Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve
- Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve solenoid
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve carbon blockage
How to Fix the DTC P1404 Ford?
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 P1404 Ford 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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Frequently Asked Questions about P1404 Ford Code
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Discuss the causes and fixes for P1404 Ford OBDII Code
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2000 ford Taurus with p1404 code. I replaces the dpfe and still have the same problem. the car runs good at first and then the longer you let it run the worse it runs. it has a dead miss at idle and low speeds. ive also cleaned the egr the throttle body and egr solidnoid .
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wondering if some could help me with my p1404 code on a Taurus ive done all I know to do
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