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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2002 🢒 GMC C Sierra - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 4.3L 🢒 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: 

   • Do not try to disassemble the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve. Service the valve only as a complete assembly.
   • Carefully note the position of the EGR valve before removal. Do not rotate the EGR valve 180 degrees.


    Object Number: 260097 Size: SH
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the EGR valve electrical connector.
  3. Remove the EGR valve bolts.

    4. Notice: The EGR valve is an electrical component. Soaking the EGR valve in a liquid cleaner or a solvent causes damage to the valve.

  4. Remove the EGR valve.
  5. Remove and discard the EGR gasket.
  6. Clean the EGR valve gasket surfaces.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 260097 Size: SH
  1. Install a NEW EGR gasket
  2. Install the EGR valve.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the EGR valve bolts.

    4. Tighten

        • Tighten the bolts a first pass to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
        • Tighten the bolt s a final pass to 25 N·m(18 lb ft).
  4. Connect the EGR valve electrical connector.
  5. Install air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement .