Changes: Engine AirIntake PositiveCaseVent

Revision as of 11:36, 18 June 2020

~ 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.

Thanks go to the brave souls who've preceded me in similar adventures & freely shared their experience below:

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-: https://www.explorerforum.com/forums/threads/my-2001-ranger-edge-4x4-supercab.472335/page-3#post-3707870
 : https://www.explorerforum.com/forums/threads/pcv-valve-wrap-around-pipe.303805
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