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EGR Control Solenoid: Description and Operation

EGR Solenoid Vacuum Valve:





The EGR solenoid vacuum valve is located at the rear of the intake manifold. When activated by the ECM the normally closed solenoid valve opens to apply intake manifold vacuum to the EGR valve. The resistance of the solenoid coil is approximately 45 ohms.