Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the EGR system module electrical connector.
2. Disconnect the engine harness vacuum-to-EGR system module connector.
3. Disconnect the EGR system module tube-to-EGR system module fitting.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
4. NOTE: Upon installation, make sure to install the correct EGR system module mounting gasket. Even though varying gaskets may be very similar, orifice sizes may differ thus causing performance issues.
Remove the 2 bolts, the EGR system module and the gasket. Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
5. NOTICE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive disc or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the old gasket.
NOTE: The EGR system module sealing surfaces are soft metals.
Carefully clean the EGR system module sealing surfaces.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new gasket with the raised circle facing away from the EGR system module.
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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.