Chrysler Repair: egr valve p0406 code, 2004 chrysler pacifica, braille method

Question
QUESTION: Hi,
I have been seeing p0406 code for 1 week and yesterday I tried to take out egr valve but it is not easy to reach bolts under the valve and on the engine side. Is there an easy way to reach and/or clean that egr valve? Also does cleaning solve my proble? what do you recommend me to do? I am quite handy and thinking of diy that valve.
thanks

ANSWER: I'll need to know the year, make, model and engine size before I can assist you.

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QUESTION: it is 2004 chrysler pacifica 3.5 lt awd

Answer
Replacement of the EGR valve is a fairly straightforward repair, if you're mechanically inclined and have a real good tool set. But on your vehicle, replacing the EGR valve is at best awkward even for those of us who do it often. We generally remove the battery to gain a little bit more working room. Using a 10mm flex socket and the Braille method removes the valve from the cylinder head. Getting it back on is just as challenging. Sorry to say there are no tricks or shortcuts. As far as just cleaning it out, don't waste your time. The fault code you have has to do with electrical portion of the valve and cleaning will do no good.