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EGR Valve: Service and Repair

EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) VALVE







Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
4. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the coolant outlet.
6. Disconnect the coolant hose from the EGR valve.
7. Remove the 2 bolts and the EGR valve.
- Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).

8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Clean and inspect the EGR gasket mating surfaces.

9. Fill and bleed the cooling system.