Firebird V8-305 5.0L VIN E (1992)
EGR Valve: Service and Repair
REMOVAL:
1.
Remove air cleaner assembly.
2.
Remove EGR vacuum hose.
3.
Remove EGR retaining nuts.
EGR Removal And Installation
4.
Remove EGR valve.
INSPECTION AND CLEANING:
1.
If EGR passages in the inlet manifold indicate excessive build-up of deposits, the passages should be cleaned.
2.
With a wire wheel, buff the exhaust deposits from the mounting surface and around the valve.
3.
Look for exhaust deposits in the valve outlet. Remove deposit build-up with a screwdriver.
4.
Clean mounting surfaces of intake manifold and valve assembly.
INSTALLATION:
1.
Install EGR valve on intake manifold using a new gasket.
2.
Attach and tighten nuts.
Torque Value:
16 lb. ft. (22 N-m)
3.
Reconnect vacuum hose.
4.
Reinstall air cleaner assembly.
