EGR Tube: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Remove the two (3) fasteners.
3. Remove the fastener (5) at the middle of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe (4).
4. Remove the two fasteners (6) near the EGR valve.
5. Remove the upper gasket (2) and the lower gasket (7).
6. Remove the EGR pipe (4).
7. Clean any remaining gasket material from both contacting surfaces.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the EGR pipe (4) with a new upper gasket (2) and a new lower gasket (7) to the intake manifold.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Secure the EGR pipe (4) to the upper intake manifold with the two fasteners (3).

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

3. Secure the EGR pipe (4) to the lower intake manifold with the two fasteners (6).

Tighten
Tighten the fastener to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

4. Install the fastener (5) to the EGR pipe bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the fastener to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

5. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
6. Repair as necessary.