I removed my EGR Valve for cleaning, I have a 2002 VW Jetta TDI that I just bought summer 2010. Upgrades to come are Blow Off Valve, Boost Gauges, HID headl ⚠️ The EGR (Exhaust gas recirculation) valve is probably the most common faulty component we see.Often the EGR becomes blocked with carbon from the exhaust s This is how I clean EGR and collector. Gas with dirt from exaust comes to intake where is -----Enjoj!----- Hi! This is how I clean EGR and collector. Gas with dirt from exaust comes to intake In this video, I remove the EGR valve from this 1.9CDTI diesel engine and check it for operation. We also test it for leaks and clean it. this unit is fitted Look up 1.9 PD EGR valve/manifold cleaning on You Tube and marvel at the soot build up in some engines. I had a new EGR valve fitted to my old Audi 80 Tdi, but the old one was completely blocked up and soot was set hard like coal. I'm not sure how much a garage would charge to do it as it is a messy job and wouldn't be on their favourites list! Going through the faults of the car . the car has no faults other then the bumper that was hurt . so i decided to quickly check the EGR Valve 2012 Tiguan 1.9 TDI, 53k mileage , emission work was done nov 2016 (was made out at time this work had to be done) late december car became stuttering, following day would not start at all, called AA out, the mechanic said the EGR valve had failed and blanked it so that could still be driven. Regular maintenance, such as routine oil and filter changes and completing an engine cleaning service, can prevent carbon build-up on VAG 1.6 TDI engines. High-quality fuel should be used. Additionally, the EGR system needs to be inspected because a dirty or clogged EGR system can lead to carbon build-up in the combustion chamber and intake. Re: Polo tdi intake cleaning and EGR valve. by BatteryWorldPtaEast » Wed Jun 01, 2011 10:52 am. It's up to you ,I haven't cleaned the intake but then I have a catch tank and deleted the EGR ,The car warms up normally and runs fine. Daily drive : Polo TDI Sportline 180 Hp 349 Nm ATW ( Trevor's Custom Map) At Night Dyno. How to remove the EGR on the Saab 1.9 TID 150 Engine. Vauxhall CDTI. Z19DTH.Firstly remove the engine cover by pulling it straight up.Loosen the jubilee clip aRhf71E.