PCV Valve Hose: Service and Repair

Crankcase Ventilation System:

REMOVAL
^ Raise vehicle on hoist.
^ Drain cooling system.
^ Disconnect crankcase ventilation tube from positive crankcase ventilation valve.
^ Remove water thermostat housing.
^ Remove crankcase ventilation tube retaining bolt from rear of engine.
^ Lower vehicle.
^ Disconnect front vapor hose from crankcase ventilation tube at connector on crankcase ventilation tube.
^ Disconnect crankcase ventilation tube from fitting on intake manifold and remove crankcase ventilation tube from vehicle.

INSTALLATION
^ To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten retaining bolt for crankcase ventilation tube to 20-25 Nm (15-18 ft lb).