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Positive Crankcase Ventilation: Service and Repair

POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM - 3.0L (4V) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION






1. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve tube-to-PCV valve quick connect coupling. See QUICK RELEASE COUPLING - DOUBLE LOCKING.
2. Rotate the PCV valve counterclockwise and remove from the valve cover.
- Discard the PCV valve.

CAUTION: A new positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve must be installed if removed from the valve cover. Damage will occur to the locking mechanism on the PCV valve upon removal.

3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.