You could transfer the upper intake manifold from the old engine to the new one one, and voila! you now have a non-EGR engine!
The head has to come off to replace a valve. That'a a pretty big job.
what year, and which engine? Note: if it is newer year, there are two 3.0 liter engines, a 24 valve and a 12 valve. 2000 3.0 liter engine 24 valve
The PCV valve on a 2002 Chevy Suburban 6.0 liter engine is located in the engine. You cannot miss the valve.
When facing the engine, you'll notice two small fittings on either end of the valve cover. The PCV valve is the one on your left. Unscrew the plasic cap and replace the valve.
The PCV valve is located in the rear valve cover next to the firewall. It can be reached and changed without rotating the engine forward although it is a bit of a struggle.
The 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.8 liter engine EGR valve can be found on the top of the engine. The EGR valve will be near the back of the engine.
On a 1999 Ford F-250 with a 7.3-liter Powerstroke diesel engine, the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve is located on the driver's side valve cover. It is typically found near the rear of the valve cover, accessible from the top of the engine. To replace it, you may need to remove any obstacles, such as the engine cover, for better access.
There is no PCV valve on the 2.2 Liter engine.
The EGR valve, on a 2004 Ford F150 5.4 liter engine, is located on the top of the engine near the back. The valve is difficult to identify without prior mechanical knowledge.
2000 SEwhat year do you have, and do you have a 3.0 liter 12 valve engine, or a 3.0 liter 24 valve DOHC engine?12 valve
A 2002 Dodge Stratus with a 2.7 liter engine does require an EGR valve. This valve can be found near the top of the engine.
The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve on a Mazda 2.0-liter engine is typically located on the intake manifold, near the throttle body. To replace it, first disconnect the battery, then remove any necessary air intake components for access. Unbolt the EGR valve from its mounting, disconnect the vacuum lines or electrical connectors, and install the new valve by reversing the removal steps. Ensure all connections are secure and check for leaks before reconnecting the battery.