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Positive Crankcase Ventilation: Service and Repair

PCV Valve To Air Cleaner Hose Routing:




PCV Valve And Hose Routing:






PCV System Service
^ Refer to the accompanying illustration for replacement of [1][2]PCV hose to Air Cleaner.

^ Refer to accompanying illustration for replacement of PCV valve and [1][2]PCV hose to throttle body.

Inspect
^ An engine which is operated without any crankcase ventilation can be damaged. Therefore, it is important to replace the PCV valve at intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedules.

^ Periodically, inspect the hoses and clamps and replace any showing signs of deterioration.