Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module - 4.6L: Installation

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NOTE: The EGR valve sealing surfaces are soft metals.

Carefully clean both sealing surfaces.
- Install a new EGR system module gasket with the side with the raised ring facing the intake manifold.

Fig 1: Identifying EGR System Module Gasket

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the EGR system module and bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in 2 stages.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  - Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Connect the EGR system module vacuum line.
Connect the EGR system module electrical connector.
Install the exhaust manifold-to-EGR system module tube. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Tube - 4.6L .