Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
EGR Tube: Service and Repair
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) PIPE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Raise the front of the vehicle approximately 100 mm (4 in.) with a floor jack. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the two front frame bolts.
IMPORTANT: Do not lower the frame and powertrain more than 100 mm (4 in.)
5. Slowly lower the frame and powertrain approximately 100 mm (4 in.) from the underbody rails in order to gain access to the EGR pipe.
6. Place two jack stands beneath the frame to prevent any movement of the frame and powertrain assembly.
7. Remove the EGR pipe bolt and the EGR pipe from the EGR valve.
8. Loosen the EGR pipe nut in order to remove the EGR pipe from the exhaust manifold.
9. Remove the EGR pipe.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.