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Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve: Service and Repair




Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve









Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube-to-PCV valve quick connect coupling and position the tube aside. For additional information, refer to Fuel System - General Information Service and Repair.

2. NOTICE: A new Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve must be installed if removed. Upon removal, the plastic retaining ears of the PCV valve are sheared.

Rotate the PCV valve counterclockwise and remove it from the valve cover.

- Discard the PCV valve.

3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new PCV valve.