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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1984ECONOLINE E150, VAN DISPLAY EXTENDED, 5.8 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMEGR FUNCTION TESTINGEGR VALVEEGR VALVE/BACKPRESSURE TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLY
1984 Ford Econoline E150, Van Display Extended, 5.8 H
EGR Valve/BACKPRESSURE Transducer Assembly
1984 Ford Econoline E150, Van Display Extended, 5.8 HSECTION EGR Valve/BACKPRESSURE Transducer Assembly
- Check vacuum hose routing. Disconnect EGR valve hose and connect vacuum gauge to hose. With engine warm, there should be vacuum to EGR valve at 2000-3000 RPM. If vacuum does not exist, check vacuum lines from EGR valve to source.
- Clamp a plug (freeze plug may be used) into end of tailpipe, about 1/16" less than I.D. Connect vacuum pump to EGR valve. DO NOT disconnect transducer from EGR valve.
- Idle engine and gradually apply 6-10 in. Hg. EGR valve stem/diaphragm should move smoothly and engine should drop at least 100 RPM.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.