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Thermal Vacuum Valve: Service and Repair

1. Drain engine coolant.
2. Disconnect vacuum hoses from EGR-TVS and remove switch.
3. Reverse procedure to install switch, noting the following.
- Apply a suitable sealer to the EGR-TVS threads.
- Torque switch to 20 ft lb.