To replace the EGR valve on a 1998 Mercury Mystique, first, ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove any components obstructing access to the EGR valve, such as the air intake duct. Unbolt the EGR valve, disconnect the vacuum hoses and electrical connector, then install the new valve in reverse order, ensuring all connections are secure. Finally, reconnect the battery and start the engine to check for proper operation.
were is the iac locate on a 1999 mercury mystique
We found the the valve cover had a bad gasket. We had to replace ours and that solved that problem.
Replacing ERG Valves in a 1998 Mercury Mystique is fairly hard because it requires great precision to avoid blocking the EGR passage.
Duck tape should do the trick
A 1998 Mercury Mystique , 2.5 liter V6 has : ( 1 timing CHAIN to each cylinder head , so there are 2 timing CHAINS )
According to Gates ( they manufacture timing belts etc. ) starting with the 1998 model of the Mercury Mystique - it shows to inspect the timing belt at 120,000 miles and replace if necessary on the 2.0 L - 4 cylinder engine
According to the 1998 Mercury Mystique Owner Guide : ( 61.5 litres / 16.2 U.S. gallons )
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Take the old one out and put the new one in. Easy...not rocket science.
The belt is tightened automatically by the belt tensioner. If the belt is too loose, it's time to replace it.
That should be OBD 2