Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve: Service and Repair

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure





Important: The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve is not removable from the valve rocker arm cover. The PCV valve and rocker arm cover must be replaced as an assembly.

1. Remove the left valve rocker arm cover.





Important: If the PCV valve is not defective it may be possible to clean the valve rather than replacing the rocker arm cover.

2. Remove the PCV baffle.
1. Remove the screws (1) from the PCV baffle.
2. Clean the PCV valve (3).
3. If the PCV valve is defective or cannot be effectively cleaned the valve cover (4) must be replaced.

Installation Procedure





1. If the PCV valve was cleaned:
1. Install the PCV baffle (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the PCV baffle screws (1).
^ Tighten the screws to 6 Nm (53 lb in).





2. Install the left valve rocker arm cover.