Chrysler Repair: 2005 3.3 litre engine code 0404, warrantied?, side exhaust manifold, dodge grand caravan

Question
Hi,
I have a Dodge Grand Caravan whose 3 year warrenty expired in May this year, the check engine light has just on on at the end of June, the scanner outs out a code of p0404, which to do with the EGR valve out of range. Couple of things i would liek to know, one does the egr valve need replacing or not, if so where would I find the said egr valve and secondly is this considered part of the power train so that it w will still be covered.

I would appreciate any help or guidance.

Regards
Andy

Answer
Hi Andy,
I would believe that this part is covered under either the powertrain warranty or the emission control system warranty that may be a federal requirement, but I am not an "expert" on the warranty matter. The egr is mounted on a smaller pipe that connects the right side exhaust manifold to the engine intake manifold and its purpose is to reduce tailpipe pollution. I suspect that it is not needing replacement but rather either cleaning of the stem where is moves in the valve body or correction of the wiring or vacuum connections to the valve. The computer has noticed that the valve is not working as expected, so a code has been set.
So I would not hesistate to take the vehicle to a dealer for a warranty repair. If they claim it is not covered, then you can check with the regional service manager of Chrysler or the federal National Highway Safety Adminiatration.
Roland