Hella
BMW EGR Valve - Hella 11718513132
540d xDrive
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- SKU:
- HEL-014864751
- FCP Euro ID:
- 846850
- GTIN / UPC:
- 04082300819625
- Made in:
- China
- Quality:
- Aftermarket
OE Numbers
- 11718513132
MFG Numbers
- 014864751
Product Information
The EGR valve controls the flow of exhaust gases to the intake manifold and is responsible for helping control fuel consumption and reduce emissions under certain operating conditions. The EGR valve is closed unless otherwise commanded open. EGR valves are especially important on smaller displacement GDI engines by reducing pumping losses of the engine which otherwise may not be as efficient without the EGR system.
EGR valves will experience wear and tear over time due to the environment in which they operate. The main causes cause of failure is caron buildup from the exhaust gases along the EGR and intake system passages. Over time this will clog tubes, exhaust gas channels, and eventually the EGR valve itself. This will restrict flow but more commonly it will cause the EGR valve to stick in an open or closed position.
A failed EGR valve will cause a check engine light and engine performance issues. An open valve will affect air-fuel ratio which will result in reduced power and fuel efficiency. A valve that is stuck closed will cause high combustion chamber temperatures resulting in increases emissions. High combustion chamber temperatures due to a stuck closed EGR valve can also causes engine knock (pre-ignition) which can severely damage an engine.
An Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve is an emissions control component that recirculates a portion of the engine’s exhaust gases back into the intake manifold. By mixing exhaust with the air-fuel charge, it lowers combustion temperatures, reducing the formation of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) and improving efficiency under certain conditions. Modern vehicles may use electronically controlled EGR valves for precise operation.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Failure Symptoms- Rough idle or stalling, caused by the valve sticking open and letting in too much exhaust.
- Poor performance or hesitation, often from a clogged or stuck-closed valve restricting proper gas flow.
- Check Engine Light (CEL) with related fault codes (e.g., P0401 “EGR flow insufficient” or P0402 “excessive EGR flow”).
About Hella
Hella is a German based manufacturer of specialty lighting parts for automobiles and is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, Subaru , Toyota, Volkswagen and more. Hella lighting solutions include headlights and fog-lights, complete headlight assemblies, and all the other internal bells and whistles that allow your vehicles lighting system to run impeccably every time you turn the ignition over. One of the most well-known automotive suppliers, Hella ranks highly among the top 50 producers of parts in the entire world and has expanded beyond lighting and into electronics for vehicle interiors. The company was technically founded in 1899, and initially was a producer of candles and lamps for horse drawn carriages. A lot has changed in over 100 years.
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