Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - 6.0L Diesel: Installation

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Installation
  1. Position the secondary fuel filter and install the bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Bolts
    G02761706Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Position the fuel tubes and connect at the secondary fuel filter.
    Fig 2: Connecting Secondary Fuel Filter
    G02761707Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install a new EGR gasket. Install new O-ring seals and lubricate with clean engine oil.
    Fig 3: Installing New EGR Gasket
    G02761708Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. CAUTION: Failure to completely seat the EGR valve into the intake manifold before inserting the mounting bolts may result in engine damage.
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