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The ECM will flag a fault if the EGR control stepper is disconnected. Blanking is done with a plate to block the flow of gasses, but the stepper needs to be connected. I'd strip and clean the valve, and see how it goes.

Already fitted the blanking plate to by pass one of the initial problems. The engine fault light went off yesterday by itself, so maybe the 'inlet' EGR cleaner spray I used and the 30 mile driven has freed off the valve for now? Will clear any...

Yes my car does not have the DPF, it’s VIN just shows a CAT with no DFP fitted. Temporarily if the EGR was unplugged like it would be with EGR delete kit will that keep the engine fault off. (Blank plate fitted)

So to update this thread. I also started to receive these other error codes from time to time (as attached). Looks like the EGR also needs a clean. As a test (and will probably stay even after the EGR is removed for cleaning) I installed an...

After some more checks today found the 10a fuse was blown. Replaced and o2 sensor faults all cleared. Still have an issue with starting and zero bhp between 1k and 2k revs then take off once turbo kicks in at 2k, so now just this to sort out.

After some more checks today found the 10a fuse was blown. Replaced and o2 sensor faults all cleared. Still have an issue with starting and zero bhp between 1k and 2k revs then take off once turbo kicks in at 2k, however guess that’s for...

Replaced today but now have a different error. P0031-11 Permanent Universal heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor heater control circuit low (bank 1, sensor 1).