Opel EGR Blanking Plate – 1.4/1.6/1.8 16V & CNG Engines

For Opel enthusiasts who want to improve engine reliability and drivability, this EGR blanking plate offers a proven solution. Designed for those who value clean intake systems and long-term performance, it’s crafted to withstand the harshest exhaust conditions while maintaining full ECU compatibility.

Fitment

• Opel Astra G (Kombi) 1998-2005
  Engines: 1.4 16V 66kW (Z14XE), 1.6i 55kW (X16SZR), 1.6i 62kW (Z16SE), 1.6 16V 74kW (X16XEL, Z16XE), 1.6 16V 76kW (Z16XEP), 1.6 CNG 71kW (Z16YNG), 1.8 16V 85kW (X18XE1)
• Opel Combo 2001->
  Engines: 1.6i 62kW (Z16SE), 1.6i 64kW (Z16SE)
• Opel Corsa C 2000->
  Engines: 1.4i 66kW (Z14XE), 1.8i 16V 92kW (Z18XE)
• Opel Meriva 2003-2010
  Engines: 1.6i 64kW (Z16SE), 1.6i 16V 74kW (Z16XE), 1.8i 92kW 16V (Z18XE)
• Opel Tigra B 2004->
  Engines: 1.8i 16V 92kW (Z18XE)
• Opel Vectra B 1995-2002
  Engines: 1.6i 16V 74kW (Y16XE, Z16XE), 1.8 16V 81kW (Z18XEL), 1.8 16V 85kW (X18XE1), 1.8i 92kW 16V (Z18XE)
• Opel Vectra C 2002->
  Engines: 1.6i 16V 74kW (Z16XE), 1.8 16V 81kW (Z18XEL), 1.8 16V 90kW (Z18XE)
• Opel Zafira 2002->
  Engines: 1.6 CNG 69kW (Z16YNG), 1.6 70kW (Z16YNG), 1.6 CNG 71kW (Z16YNG), 1.6i 16V 74kW (Z16XE), 1.8 16V 85kW (X18XE1)

Material & Construction

• Burned with a CNC laser from 0H18N9 high-quality acid-resistant steel sheet
• 1.5mm thick
• Resistant to all conditions in the exhaust system

Technical Specifications

• Material thickness: 1.5mm

What’s Included

• EGR blanking plate (cap)

Installation Notes

• The cap is inserted under the EGR valve; it does not replace the valve itself.
• The EGR valve remains plugged into the installation to prevent ECU errors.

FAQ

• Will the ECU show an error after installing this plate?
  No, as long as the EGR valve remains plugged into the installation, the ECU will not display an error.
• Does this plate fit both petrol and CNG engines listed above?
  Yes, it is designed for the listed petrol and CNG engines in the application list.
• What benefits can I expect after installation?
  Improved engine smoothness and dynamics, and reduced risk of future failures and carbon build-up in the intake system.