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Replacing the EGR Valve on a Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: EGR valve

The instructions in this guide will show you how to remove and replace (or clean) the EGR valve on a Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V. First, open the bonnet of the vehicle and begin by removing the exhaust gas hose by unscrewing the clamp screw. Then, unscrew the mounting bolts of the EGR valve to remove it, as shown in the video. At this point, clean the valve with appropriate degreasers or directly replace it; install it correctly and refit the hose, following the video to the end!

Updated on 15 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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