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: ~ Inspect PCV system Hoses+Tubes+Clamps for Broken\Cracked\Loose items. |
: ~ Inspect PCV system Hoses+Tubes+Clamps for Broken\Cracked\Loose items. |
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Revision as of 01:53, 18 June 2020
PCV VALVE REPLACEMENT
- ~ With engine cool, locate PCV Valve on backend of DriverSide\LeftHand EngineValveCover, near FireWall.
- ~ Remove larger rubber VacuumHose elbow from PCV Valve.
- ~ Pinch+Plug 2 smaller CoolantHoses on PCV Valve Horseshoe with ViseGrips+Bolts.
- ~ Using ViceGrips, slide off clamps & remove CoolantHoses from HorseShoe.
- ~ PCV system coolant loop operates parallel with HeaterCore to prevent WinterIcing.
- ~ Remove Old\Dirty PCV Valve with 1/3 CCW turn.
- ~ Clean the PCV Valve & VacuumHoses with CarbThrottle spray.
- ~ Shake the PCV Valve; its bad if it does NOT rattle.
- ~ Insert New\Clean PCV Valve with 1/3 CW turn.
- ~ Reinstall all above items.
- ~ Inspect PCV system Hoses+Tubes+Clamps for Broken\Cracked\Loose items.
- ~ Run engine, Look+Listen for Vacuum+Coolant leaks that can cause RoughIdling\Stalls\OverHeating.
LINKS TO RELATED INFO
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