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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Do not try to disassemble the linear EGR valve. Service the EGR valve only as a complete assembly.
Fig 1: EGR Valve Harness Connector
GM22072Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
IMPORTANT: Carefully note the position of the linear EGR valve before removal. Do not rotate the linear EGR valve 180 degrees.
    CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
    3. Fig 2: View Of Linear EGR Harness Connector
    GM22075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the linear EGR harness connector.
  4. Remove the bolts attaching the linear EGR valve to the flange.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Linear EGR Valve
    GM22078Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: The Linear EGR valve is an electrical component. DO NOT soak in any liquid cleaner or solvent because damage may result.
  5. Remove the linear EGR valve.
  6. Remove the flange gasket.
  7. Clean the EGR valve gasket surface.
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