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Vacuum Amplifier, EGR > < Thermal Vacuum Valve, EGR|Specifications|Page 1060
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Thermal Vacuum Valve: Testing and Inspection

1.

Remove the vacuum hose from the angled connector (vacuum source) of the thermo-vacuum switch. 

2.

Remove the vacuum hose from the EGR valve.

3.

Blow through the hose.  The hose should be:

Open with coolant temperature below 45°C (113°F)
Closed above 61°C (142°F)

NOTE: If necessary, remove the thermo vacuum switch and heat or cool down with water to test.

Vacuum Amplifier, EGR > < Thermal Vacuum Valve, EGR|Specifications|Page 1060