P0403 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Circuit

Powertrain Severity: Moderate Generic OBD-II

Electrical fault in the EGR control circuit.

Common causes

  • Faulty EGR solenoid or motor
  • Wiring damage

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Possible rough idle

What to check

  1. Inspect connector
  2. Measure solenoid resistance
  3. Check control signal

Manufacturers may add their own detail to generic codes. If your vehicle shows a different description for P0403, follow the service information for that make and model.

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