EGR Valve: Service and Repair

EGR Valve:

*****This Procedure Has Been Updated by TSB Bulletin No.: 61-65-59, Date: December, 1996*****

Important: Clear DTCs from the PCM anytime either the PCM is reprogrammed or the EGR valve is replaced, or anytime the ignition switch is turned on with the EGR valve electrical connector disconnected. This is due to the auto zeroing function of the PCM on the EGR pintle.

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector to the EGR valve.
3. Remove the EGR valve bolts (1).
4. Remove the EGR valve (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Important: Be sure all gasket material is removed from the EGR mounting surface. Even a small amount of material may cause a DTC P0401 to set.

1. Install the EGR valve (2) with the gasket (3).
2. Install the EGR valve bolts (1).

Tighten
Bolts to 22-30 Nm (16-22 lb. ft.).

3. Connect the EGR valve electrical connector.
4. Install the Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator.