Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - 6.0L Diesel: Removal

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NOTE: The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly has an internal exhaust gas recirculation position (EGRP) sensor.

Disconnect the EGR valve assembly electrical connector.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve & Electrical Connector

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Loosen the clamp and disconnect the charge air cooler duct.

Fig 2: Locating Charge Air Cooler Duct Bolt

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NOTE: Intake manifold removed for clarity.

Remove the intake adapter.
- Remove and discard the press-in-place gasket.

Fig 3: Locating Intake Adapter Bolts

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CAUTION: Do not pull the EGR valve out or damage to the EGR valve will occur.

Remove the bolts and rotate the EGR valve counterclockwise.

Fig 4: Removing EGR Valve Bolts

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Install the special tool and remove the EGR valve.

Fig 5: Removing The EGR Valve

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Remove and discard the O-rings and the EGR gasket.

Fig 6: Locating O-Rings And EGR Gasket

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Using the appropriate brush, clean the EGR port. Vacuum out the ash and foreign material from inside the intake manifold.