EGR Valve: Service and Repair

EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) VALVE REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.




2. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve electrical connector.
3. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube.
4. Remove the bolt retaining the pipe assembly from the EGR valve and carefully pull the pipe assembly back.
5. Remove the EGR valve retaining bolts.
6. Remove the EGR valve assembly.
7. Remove the gasket.
8. Clean the EGR valve mating surface.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the EGR valve with a new gasket to the intake manifold.
2. Install the bolts through the EGR valve.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

3. Connect the pipe assembly to the EGR valve.
4. Install the bolt.

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

5. Install the transaxle fluid filler tube.
6. Connect the EGR valve electrical connector.