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EGR Valve: Testing and Inspection

TEST PROCEDURE 

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Disconnect vacuum hose from EGR valve.

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Connect a hand vacuum pump to EGR valve.

NOTE: 

DO NOT run engine during this part of test.

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Using hand vacuum pump, apply vacuum to EGR valve.
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Vacuum should hold without dropping.

If vacuum drops, or will not build up:
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Check hose connections for leaks

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Check vacuum pump operation  

If pump and lines are OK
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Replace EGR valve

If vacuum holds:
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Release vacuum.

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Start engine and let Idle.

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Using hand vacuum pump, briefly apply vacuum to EGR valve.
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Idle must become rough and/or engine dies.

If Not:
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Check EGR valve for blockage.

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Check tube from exhaust manifold to EGR valve for blockage.

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Check passage in the intake manifold for blockage.

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