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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1984ECONOLINE E250, VAN DISPLAY, 5.8 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMEGR SYSTEMTESTINGEGR VALVE WITH INTEGRAL BACK PRESSURE TRANSDUCERVALVE FUNCTION TEST
1984 Ford Econoline E250, Van Display, 5.8 H
Valve Function Test
1984 Ford Econoline E250, Van Display, 5.8 HSECTION Valve Function Test
- Clamp drive socket wrench into tailpipe. Socket outside diameter should be about 1/16" less than tailpipe inside diameter. Socket drive hole should be covered and socket should be inserted into tailpipe with open end facing out to ensure proper back pressure.
- Do not block tailpipe fully or run engine faster than idle for prolonged periods of time. Be sure to remove socket from tailpipe at end of test.
- Idle engine and apply vacuum to EGR valve gradually. EGR valve diaphragm should move smoothly and rough idle should occur. Trap 6 in. Hg vacuum in EGR valve and hold. Vacuum should drop more than 1 in. Hg in 30 seconds.
- If vacuum does not drop or diaphragm does not move, replace valve. If diaphragm moves but idle does not change, remove valve and clean inlet and outlet ports with wire brush.
- If valve is suspected of sticking, remove valve from engine. Cycle valve by pressing carefully with fingers against lower transducer plate. If valve sticks open when fingers are released, replace valve. If valve does not stick and correct vacuum signal is present at valve, check valve for carbon deposits and clean as necessary.
- If engine has less than 6000 miles on it, is idling rough, and valve is suspected of being open, remove valve and check valve for foreign material. Tap base of valve on table while holding valve open with fingers. If foreign material falls from valve, make sure valve closes and reassemble valve to engine.
- Reconnect vacuum line and check for rough idle. If rough idle continues and valve is still sticking, replace valve. If valve is not sticking, rough idle problem is not in EGR system.
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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.