Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module - 4.2L: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the EGR system module gasket mating surfaces.
- Install a new gasket with the raised circle facing the intake manifold.
- Position the EGR system module and install the bolts.
- Tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
- Connect the exhaust manifold-to-EGR system module tube to the EGR system module
- Tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
- Connect the EGR system module electrical connector.
- Connect the EGR system module vacuum connector.
- Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
CAUTION:
Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the old gasket.