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P2427 Ford Code - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve Control Circuit High

Quick Answer

The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve. Common causes include Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve, Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve harness is open or shorted, Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P2427 Ford indicates Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve Control Circuit High.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve, Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve harness is open or shorted, Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

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Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P2427 Ford Description

The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve. The OBDII Codes is set if the Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve is out of factory specifications.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2427 Ford?

Faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve harness is open or shorted
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling Valve circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P2427 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 P2427 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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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.