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How do you clean the EGR valve on a Ford F150?

Ensure the Ford F150 is set in "Park" on a level surface.

Open the hood of the F150 and locate the exhaust gas recirculation valve.

Loosen the bolts that secure the valve in place, using a socket wrench.

Clean the inside and the outside of the valve with carburetor cleaner.

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What a EGR valve and where is it located?

The EGR valve is usually located near or attached to the intake manifold, with a tube running to the exhaust manifold. There should also be a vacuum or electrical connector (or both) running to the valve which will need to be detached. via

Where is the EGR valve located on a F 150? (video)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ojEg2hHfNI

What will a stuck open EGR valve do?

Symptoms of an EGR valve that is stuck open include rough unstable idle and stalling. Often a car stalls when stopping after exiting the highway. If the EGR system is clogged up, or the valve is stuck closed, the combustion temperature increases. via

How do you clean a Ford EGR valve? (video)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_eSvvuQm1E

How do you clean an EGR tube?

To clean the valve, wear an acid-resistant pair of gloves. Put on safety glasses, too, as the carbon deposits could become airborne in the process. Spray the EGR valve cleaner onto the carbon deposits. Remove the carbon buildup with the use of a pipe cleaning brush and dull scraper. via

How do you reset the check engine light on a Ford f150?

Make sure the car is turned off.

If you drive a newer F-150, you may need to disable the anti-theft system first.

Remove the negative cable and put it somewhere safe.

Remove the positive cable and put it somewhere safe.

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