Where is the EGR valve located at?
intake manifold
The EGR valve is usually located near or attached to the intake manifold, with a tube running to the exhaust manifold. There should also be a vacuum or electrical connector (or both) running to the valve which will need to be detached.
What is Toyota EGR?
What is an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve? The EGR valve in your Toyota is fitted within the exhaust system and allows some of the gases produced during the combustion process to be re-burnt within the combustion chamber for a second and more effective time.
Is removing EGR valve illegal?
Although it is not illegal to remove the EGR from your vehicle, it is an offence under the Road vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations (Regulation 61a(3))1 to use a vehicle which has been modified in such a way that it no longer complies with the air pollutant emissions standards it was designed to meet.
Where is the EGR valve on my car?
There should be a box or a can looking container attached off the side, right by that part of the air intake. It will be held on by 2 nuts, a couple computer plugs, and a vacuum line. That’s your EGR valve. Thanks! How do I reset the engine light after changing the EGR valve?
Where is the EGR valve on a 2006 Ford Mondeo?
Where is the EGR valve on a 2006 Ford Mondeo? Follow the air intake past the air filter, and it should go right into the engine. It should pass through a box right before it goes into the engine. That’s you’re throttle body. There should be a box or a can looking container attached off the side, right by that part of the air intake.
What should I do after cleaning my EGR valve?
If you have an electronic EGR valve, make sure to disconnect the negative battery cable, and remove any sensors and electrical connections before unbolting the valve. After cleaning, reinstall the valve and reattach the vacuum hose. To learn more, including how to tell when it’s time to replace your EGR valve, read on.