EGR Valve Check

Remove the EGR valve and inspect for sticking, carbon deposits, etc. If found, clean with a suitable solvent so that the valve seats correctly.

Fig 1: Checking EGR Valve

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Connect a hand vacuum pump to the EGR valve.
Apply 67 kPa (20 in Hg) of vacuum, and check to be sure that the vacuum is maintained.
As described in the chart below, apply a vacuum and check the passage of air by blowing through one side of the EGR passage.

Fig 2: EGR Valve Table
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NOTE: Passage of air should be checked by blowing the valve port.
Reinstall the EGR valve, using a new gasket, and tighten to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:

< 2.4L ENGINE> 19 plus/minus 3 N-m (14 plus/minus 2 ft-lb)

< 3.0L ENGINE> 22 plus/minus 4 N-m (16 plus/minus 3 ft-lb)