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Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION System Components Overview

NOTE:

Replace the self-locking nuts, the seals, the gaskets and clamps.

Hoses are secured with spring-type clips.

Hose clip pliers VAS 6362 or VAS 6340 are recommended for installing spring clamps.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Components Overview
GWWM26-0235Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Gasket 
    • Always replace.
    • Pay attention to the installed position.
  2. Connecting Pipe 
  3. to the Connecting Piece on the Turbocharger 
  4. Seal 
    • Replace if damaged.
  5. 8 Nm 
  6. Radiator 
    • For Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system
  7. Nut 
    • 23 Nm
    • Installed on the stud bolt on the turbocharger.
  8. Control Line 
    • 23 Nm
    • Do not change the angles of the control line.
    • For the exhaust pressure sensor 1 -G450-, installed location: near the oil filler tube.
    • To loosen at the housing remove the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) filter.
    • Install without tension.
  9. Filter 
    • For the EGR system.
  10. Nut 
    • 23 Nm
    • Secure on the exhaust manifold with the heat shield.
  11. to the Particulate Filter 
  12. Securing Clamp 
  13. Bolt 
    • 23 Nm
  14. Valve 2 for EGR -N213- 
    • Mark the installed position before removing.
    • Always clean the fitting area on the valve and housing and lubricate lightly if necessary.
  15. Coolant Hose 
  16. Housing 
    • For the EGR system.
  17. EGR Temperature Sensor -G98- 
    • 20 Nm
    • Cut out the gasket and replace if it is damaged or leaks.
    • Follow the tightening specifications
    • Removing and installing, refer to EGR Temperature Sensor -G98- .