Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system module electrical and vacuum connectors.
Disconnect the EGR system module-to-exhaust manifold tube upper fitting.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).

NOTE: When installing the new EGR module gasket, install with the side with the raised circle facing the intake manifold.

Remove the bolts, the EGR system module and the gasket. Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying EGR System Module Gasket
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The EGR system module sealing surfaces are soft metals.

Carefully clean the EGR system module sealing surfaces.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new EGR system module gasket.