Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve: Service and Repair

POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE







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Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve electrical connector.
2. Disconnect the PCV hose from the PCV valve.

3. CAUTION: A new PCV valve must be installed if removed from the valve cover. Upon removal, damage will occur to the locking mechanism on the PCV valve.


NOTE:
- To install, apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal.
- Upon installation, make sure the PCV valve electrical connector is pointing in the correct position to allow the wiring harness to be connected. Incorrect installation would require removal and installation of a new valve.

Rotate the PCV valve counterclockwise and remove from the valve cover.
- Discard the PCV valve.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.