PCV Heater: Service and Repair

POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) HEATER ELEMENT

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Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the PCV heater element electrical connector.
2. Release the spring tension clamp and remove the crankcase ventilation tube from the PCV heater element.

3. NOTE: The intake manifold is manufactured with an optional set of mounting holes for the PCV heater element self-tapping retaining screws that may be used if necessary.

Remove the 2 PCV heater element retainer screws.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

4. Remove the PCV heater element from the intake manifold.

5. NOTE:
- To install, apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal.
- Upon installation, make sure the PCV heater element electrical connector is in the correct position to allow the wiring harness to be connected.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.