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SPN 3515 FMI 2Severity: Warning

SPN 3515 FMI 2: EGR differential pressure signal erratic – unstable flow feedback

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EGR differential pressure signal erratic – unstable flow feedback

Code
SPN 3515 FMI 2
Severity
Warning
Applies to
Check OEM application
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Common Symptoms

  • EGR performance faults
  • Surging idle
  • Increased soot / frequent regens

Likely Causes

  • DP sensor lines plugged/cracked
  • Loose connector
  • Sensor failing intermittently

Common Fixes

  • Inspect/clean pressure lines
  • Check connector and grounds
  • Replace sensor if instability remains
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EGR differential pressure signal erratic – unstable flow feedback

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Bad EGR flow feedback pushes the engine into wrong EGR strategy.\n\nThat can create soot problems that show up downstream as aftertreatment faults.

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