EGR Valve: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





IMPORTANT:
^ Do not try to disassemble the linear EGR valve. Service only as a complete assembly.
^ Carefully note the position of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve before removal. Do not rotate the EGR valve 180 degrees.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the EGR valve harness connector.

NOTE: The Linear EGR valve is an electrical component. DO NOT soak in any liquid cleaner or solvent because damage may result.




4. Remove the EGR valve to flange attaching bolts.




5. Remove the linear EGR valve.
6. Remove the flange gasket.
7. Clean the linear EGR valve gasket surface.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the new flange gasket
2. Install the linear EGR valve.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




3. Install the valve to flange bolts.

Tighten
3.1. Tighten the bolts the first time to 10 N.m (89 lb in) each.
3.2. Tighten the bolts a final time to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) each.




4. Install the EGR valve harness connector.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.