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How to Clean an EGR Valve

Cobra Clean Degreaser

Cleaning Clock Time: 2 hrs

Personnel Time: 1/4 hr

Materials Cost: $1

Savings: $800/replace

Steps

Remove dirty EGR Valve and allow to cool.

Find a Coffee Cup

Remove EGR Valve and submerge valve into Cobra Clean except for electrical parts.

Soak for at least 2 hours and rinse.

Reinstall EGR valve.

Return coffee cup to boss's desk

Notes

Use nitrile or vinyl gloves for hand protection.

Use standard shop eye protection.

Cobra Clean is non-caustic, non-acidic, and biodegradable.

Cobra Clean will not burn skin or clothing, but we recommend using protection due to potential skin sensitivity.

Use in a ventilated area.

Allow equipment to cool before cleaning.

Dispose of sludge and waste water properly.