Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system module electrical and vacuum connectors.
- Disconnect the EGR system module-to-exhaust manifold tube upper fitting.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
- Remove the bolts, the EGR system module and the gasket. Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
- Carefully clean the EGR system module sealing surfaces.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new EGR system module gasket.
NOTE:
When installing the new EGR module gasket, install with the side with the raised circle facing the intake manifold.
NOTE:
The EGR system module sealing surfaces are soft metals.