PCV Valve

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Removal

PROCEDURE

1. Disconnect the hose from the PCV valve. Remove the valve from the cylinder head cover and connect it to the PCV hose.
2. Start the engine at idle speed, cover the valve opening with your finger and check that vacuum created in the intake manifold can be felt.

Предупреждение

The PCV valve plunger does not move back and forth.

3. Если разрежение не чувствуется, очистите клапан и шланг вентиляции картера

3. If no vacuum is felt, clean the PCV valve and hose or replace them.

Inspection

PROCEDURE

1. Remove the PCV valve.
2. To check plunger movement, insert a thin steel rod from the threaded end of the valve.
3. If the plunger does not move, the valve is clogged and must be cleaned or replaced.

Installation

PROCEDURE

Install the PCV valve and tighten it to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 8–12 N•m

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