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John Deere 9.0 L Diesel Engines — Remove & Install EGR Valve

Repair & overhaul

For the John Deere 9.0 L Diesel Engines, from the John Deere service manual.

Applies to: John Deere 6090 (9.0 L) engine

Procedure

  1. Disconnect wiring lead and remove 2 screws securing EGR valve to intake manifold.
  2. Place JDG10194 EGR Valve removal tool at base of valve and install forcing screws.
  3. Carefully remove valve by alternately turning forcing screws clockwise.
  4. Remove gasket and clean mating surfaces; vacuum debris from intake manifold.
  5. Replace O-rings each time valve is removed.
  6. Inspect valve lands for wear and damage.
  7. Lubricate O-rings with clean engine oil; install new gasket and EGR valve.
  8. Install 2 attaching screws to initial specification.
  9. Tighten EGR valve attaching screws to final specification.
  10. Reconnect wiring lead; recalibrate if new or reused EGR valve using Service Advisor.

Tools required

  • JDG10194 EGR Valve removal tool Amazon

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Specs & values

  • EGR Valve Screws — Initial Torque 5 N·m (4 lb-ft)
  • EGR Valve Screws — Final Torque 15 N·m (11 lb-ft)

Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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