Ford Transit EGR delete

The Ford Transit is the single most common vehicle we get called about. Every week, without fail, Transit owners and fleet operators contact us with the same story: limp mode on the way to a job, white smoke from the exhaust, coolant loss with no obvious leak, or an engine management light that has been on for months. In almost every case, the EGR is the cause.

We carry out a software-only ECU remap through the OBD port. No engine strip. No parts ordered. We come to you.

This service is for off-road and track use only. Many Transit owners use their vehicles for genuine site, agricultural or off-road work, this service is intended for that use case. It is not for road use.

Mobile We come to you
Software only No physical parts removed or replaced
Flat £220 No surprises
Same or next day In most cases

Transit 2.2 TDCi (pre-2016)

The 2.2 TDCi is the engine most people think of when they think of Transit problems. EGR issues on this unit tend to show up in two ways.

EGR cooler failure. The cooler cracks internally, allowing coolant to pass into the intake manifold. You will see white or grey smoke from the exhaust and notice the coolant level dropping without any visible leak. If this is left too long, coolant gets into the combustion chamber and causes serious engine damage.

EGR valve sticking. Carbon builds up on the valve and it stops opening or closing cleanly. The ECU detects the discrepancy and puts the van into limp mode. You lose power and the engine management light comes on.

ECU delete removes both failure modes permanently by instructing the engine management system to stop operating the EGR at all.

Ford Transit panel van
Emissions pipework and valve in a diesel engine bay

Transit 2.0 EcoBlue (post-2016)

The newer 2.0 EcoBlue is a better engine in most respects, but its EGR system is not significantly more durable. We are seeing EGR valve and cooler failures on EcoBlue Transits at lower mileage than the old 2.2, some as early as 60,000 to 80,000 miles. If your newer Transit is already showing EGR codes, the same ECU delete applies.

Transit Custom

The Transit Custom uses variants of the same engine family. EGR faults on the Custom are less dramatic than on the full-size Transit but just as disruptive. The ECU remap is identical.

ECU remap carried out from the driver's seat with a laptop
Reading stored fault codes on a diagnostic tablet in the cab

How it works

You call us on 0161 694 7331. We come to your yard, site or depot, wherever the van is. We plug into the OBD port, carry out the remap, clear the fault codes and sign off the job. Most visits take around 45 minutes. The van does not need to go anywhere.

There is no wait for parts. No strip-down. No booking the van in and losing it for a day.

Price

£220 flat. One price, all Transit variants. No call-out surcharge.

Diesel pump nozzles on a forecourt

Frequently asked questions

Is EGR delete legal for road use?
No. EGR delete is for off-road and track use only. It is not road-legal. If your Transit is used on public roads, this service is not for you.
My Transit is in limp mode right now. Can you still remap it?
Yes, in most cases. Limp mode caused by an EGR fault does not prevent the remap. Call us and we will confirm based on the fault codes you have.
Will I need a new EGR valve or cooler after the remap?
No. The remap instructs the ECU to stop using the EGR. The physical components stay in place but are no longer operated. You do not need to replace them.
Does it cover both 125PS and 170PS variants of the 2.2 TDCi?
Yes. Power output does not affect whether the EGR delete can be done.
Can you come to a fleet depot and do multiple vans in one visit?
Yes. If you have several Transits that need the remap, we can work through them in a single visit. Call to arrange and we will quote accordingly.