Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - 5.4L (2V): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. Refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve-to-exhaust manifold tube.
1. Remove the two differential pressure feedback EGR sensor hoses.
2. Disconnect the EGR valve tube fittings.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting EGR Valve Tube Fittings
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the EGR valve vacuum hose.

Fig 2: Disconnecting EGR Valve Vacuum Hose
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the two bolts and the EGR valve.
- Discard the gasket.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Two Bolts And EGR Valve
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.