EGR Valve: Service and Repair

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Modulator Valve

Removal
1 Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Specifications Service and Repair
2 Remove the engine cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Cover - 4.0L Service and Repair
3 Disconnect the EGR valve electrical connector.
4 Disconnect the EGR valve vacuum hose.




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CAUTION: Before the disconnection or removal of any components, ensure the area around joint faces and connections are clean. Plug any open connections to prevent contamination.
Disconnect the EGR valve feed pipe.
- Loosen the EGR union nut and release the pipe.




6 Remove the EGR valve.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Collect and discard the gasket.

Installation
1 Install the EGR valve.
- Clean the component mating faces.
- Install a new gasket.
- Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
2 Connect the feed pipe to the EGR valve.
- Tighten the union to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
3 Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
4 Connect the EGR valve electrical connector.
5 Install the engine cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Cover - 4.0L Service and Repair
6 Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Specifications Service and Repair
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NOTE:
For NAS vehicles only.
If required, carry out a long drive cycle.For additional information, refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Long Drive Cycle Self-Test.