6.0 EGR replacement

[hvpguy]

Hello to everyone. I have been having issues with my 2004 6.0l. Hesitation while accelerating, some black smoke under acceleration. Recent posts have suggested EGR being dirty. Can I replace this myself? Do codes need to be cleared once I have done so? Does it have to be reprogrammed after changing?

Thanks for everyones help with my recent issues. Alan

[usafracer]

you can do it your self. You need a 10 MM wrench/socket and rachet. Pull the two bolts that hold it down. Then with a large pliers gently pull up on the EGR. When you clean it be carefull no to damage the o-rings or gasket.

to clear the codes you will need a scan tool and the new EGR does not need to be reprogramed.

Good luck feel free to PM me if you need any more help

Martin

[hvpguy]

I dont have any equipment to clear the codes. I presume a dealer would have to be involved??

[hvpguy]

Crazy question?? Where do I find the EGR valve on the motor? Is it easily acessed? Alan

[Rob]

do you have an Autozone nearby? you can go to Autozone and they will have a scan tool that can clear the codes. let me take a quick pic of my EGR and ill PM it to you so you know what you are looking for.

[hvpguy]

Thanks very much Rob.

Alan

[slammedSI]

6.0 EGR cleaning How To - The Diesel Garage Forums

[hvpguy]

Thanks for the information. That was an awesome how to.

[nsrchofpwr]

did my dads yesterday. the stealership only wants 7 $ and some change for the gasket kit. purchased 3 kits. one for dad, one for me, one for buddy.only took about ten minutes. by the way, I LEARNED HOW TO DO IT FROM THE ORG!!!!!!!

[pwrstrk60]

International has come out with an upgraded egr valve for the 6.0 powerstroke that is supposed to stop the coking problem. I hope it does had mine installed at the stealership tuesday mine had to be cleaned every 300 miles or so or it wouldnt move out of its tracks