Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - Removal

REMOVAL





The electronic EGR valve and solenoid assembly (3) is attached to the front of the right cylinder head (1). An exhaust gas routing tube connects the EGR valve to the intake manifold.

1. Use a diagnostic scan tool to record any DTC's (Diagnostic Trouble Codes).
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.





3. Remove air resonator box above EGR valve/solenoid.
4. Remove accessory serpentine drive belt.
5. Remove generator mounting bolts.
6. Reposition generator to gain access to EGR valve-to-cylinder head mounting bolts. No need to remove generator wiring from generator.
7. Disconnect electrical connector (1) from EGR solenoid (2).
8. Remove two bolts (3) connecting EGR tube (4) to valve assembly.
9. Remove gasket located between EGR tube flange and EGR valve assembly.





10. Remove two mounting bolts (2).
11. Separate valve assembly (3) from cylinder head (1).
12. Remove and discard metal gasket located between cylinder head and valve assembly.