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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of EGR Valve
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  1. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) electrical connector.
  2. Remove the heat shield nuts.
  3. Remove the heat shield.
  4. Remove the EGR valve retaining nuts/bolts.
  5. 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 .
  6. Remove the EGR valve.
  7. Clean the EGR valve mounting surface.