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Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve: Service and Repair




Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve - 3.5L GTDI













Removal and Installation

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

2. NOTICE: A new PCV valve must be installed if removed from the valve cover. Damage will occur to the locking mechanism on the PCV valve.

NOTE: To install, apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal.

Rotate the PCV valve counterclockwise and remove from the crankcase vent oil separator.

- Discard the PCV valve.

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