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EGR Valve, Adjusting

EGR valve, adjusting

Work sequence

- run engine at idle
manual transmission: 800 - 950 RPM
automatic transmission: 850 - 1000 RPM






- shorten rod by turning hex (arrow) until idle speed drops suddenly (valve opens)

- turn rod in opposite direction
manual transmission 1 1/16 turns
automatic transmission 5/6 turns

Note Use pin in hex as reference mark when adjusting

- tighten lock nuts