Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) electrical connector.
- Remove the heat shield nuts.
- Remove the heat shield.
- Remove the EGR valve retaining nuts/bolts.
- Remove the EGR valve.
- Clean the EGR valve mounting surface.
IMPORTANT:
Inspect the EGR passages in the crossover water pump housing for deposits. Clean the EGR passages as needed. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Cleaning .