Vauchall Corsa 98

[naylor1401]

Hi, I have a Vauxhall Corsa 98 plate 8v 1.2 Breeze. Every now and again, the engine management light comes on, it only seems to be when i'm in a high gear and the revs get low, then it cuts out, then when i start it back up, I have to rev it to get it going. I had it in for some work and they did an engine diagnostics check and they said it was the ERG valve, could this be possible, if so, how do I prevent it from happening again?

Thanks

Pete

[le-frog]

far i know EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve) only operates on a cold engine to keep emissions down !so would not suspect this unless problem is happening on a cold engine.
check that all plugs and connections are tight to see if this solves problem!

[middkazsam]

Hi, had the same problem with my vectra. it was the idle air control valve. If you take it to a vauxhall garage it will cost you around 150 quid!!!!!! However you can buy the part off ebay for around �25. My friend fitted it for me (5 minute job) and it solved the problem. The diagnostic machine never picks it up and for some reason garages never think of it, although i think they do it on purpose to get more money out of you. Good luck hope this helps.