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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 428 (ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 3.0L POWER STROKE DIESEL)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONEXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM MODULEREMOVAL
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWD
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Module: Removal
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Remove the following items:
- Remove the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
- Remove the fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
- Remove the exhaust pressure sensor. Refer to: Exhaust Pressure Sensor .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Remove the engine appearance cover.
- Remove and discard the fastener. Position aside the bracket and fuel tube assembly.
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- Disconnect EGR temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the wiring retainer.
- Remove the retainer from the timing belt cover.
- Remove the retainers and the EGR outlet tube.
- Remove and discard the outlet gaskets.
- Using a holding device, hold the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
- Remove and discard the bolt. Disconnect and position aside the lower steering shaft.
- Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector and the emission system control hose.
- Disconnect the wire retainers from the oil level indicator.
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- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector and the emission system control hose.
- Disconnect the wire retainers from the oil level indicator.
- Detach the retainers and disconnect the coolant hose connector.
- Remove the oil level indicator.
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- Remove the stud bolt.
- Remove the bolt.
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- Detach the retainer.
- Detach the retainer.
- Remove the fastener.
- Pull the oil level indicator tube upwards to remove.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
- Remove the pin-type retainer. Remove the bolts and the transmission housing cover.
- If equipped, remove the bolts and the underbody shield.
- If equipped, remove the bolts and the skid plate.
- Disconnect the block heater electrical connector and the retainer.
- Remove the lower radiator coolant tube bolt.
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NOTE: Lower radiator coolant tube removed for clarity.
- Remove the hose clamp and position the aside hose. Remove the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the heater coolant outlet tube.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
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- Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant bypass hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the bolts and the coolant bypass tube.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
- Remove the EGR cooler inlet tube bolts.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the stud bolt.
- Remove the bolts and EGR cooler assembly.
- Remove and discard the inlet tube gasket.
- Inspect the grommet and replace if necessary.
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NOTE: The removal of the EGR coolant inlet tube is only necessary if the EGR system module is being replaced.
Remove the bolt and the EGR coolant inlet tube.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.