VALVE, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, 3.7L: Removal: Removal

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Fig 1: EGR VALVE SOLENOID LOCATION

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The electronic EGR valve and solenoid assembly (1) is attached to the rear of the left cylinder head.

Use a diagnostic scan tool to record any DTC's (Diagnostic Trouble Codes).
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

Fig 2: IDENTIFYING SOLENOID/TUBE ASSEMBLY
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An exhaust gas routing tube (1) connects the EGR valve (4) to the intake manifold.

Remove two tube mounting bolts (2).
Remove tube (1) from solenoid (4). Slip opposite end of tube (6) from intake manifold.
Remove gasket (3) located between EGR valve solenoid and tube flange.

Fig 3: LOCATING VALVE SOLENOID
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Disconnect electrical connector (3) at solenoid (1).
Remove two EGR valve solenoid mounting bolts (2).
Remove solenoid (1) from engine.

Fig 4: LOCATING VALVE SOLENOID GASKET
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Remove and discard gasket (1) located under EGR solenoid.