Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual Quiz
Emission Control System

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Repair Procedures

In this manual: Emission Control System
General Information — 4Engine Mechanical System — 50Engine Electrical System — 20Emission Control System — 30Engine Control System/Fuel System — 84Automatic Transmission — 98Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 12Restraints — 50Brake System — 38Body (Interior and Exterior) — 54Body Electrical System — 233Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 57
2steps
~12min
1/5difficulty
010203040502.82N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

  1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A).
  2. Remove the PCV valve (B).

Inspection

  1. Insert a thin rod (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check plunger movement.
    If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or replace the valve.

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    PCV Valve Installation: 1.9 ~ 2.8 N·m

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