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One-Piece Valve

  1. Remove EGR valve and discard gasket. Lightly tap sides and end of valve. Shake valve to remove any loose deposits. Buff exhaust deposits from mounting surface with a wire wheel. Visually inspect valve seating area to ensure that surface is clean.
  2. Inspect for exhaust deposits in valve outlet. Carefully remove any deposits with a screwdriver. Using a new gasket, reinstall EGR valve.
Fig 1: Vacuum Solenoid Controlled EGR System (Typical)
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