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Positive Crankcase Ventilation|Testing and Inspection|Page 2490 > < Leak Detection Solenoid, Evaporative System|Description and Operation|Page 2486
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation: Testing and Inspection

POSITIVE CRANKCASE
VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM
INSPECTION

1. REMOVE PCV VALVE

a. Disconnect the PCV hose from the PCV valve.
b. Remove the PCV valve.

2. INSTALL CLEAN HOSE TO PCV VALVE
3. INSPECT PCV VALVE OPERATION

PCV Testing

a. Blow air into the cylinder head side, and check that air passes through easily.

CAUTION:  Do not suck air through the valve. Petroleum substances inside the valve are harmful.

b. Blow air into the intake manifold side, and check that air passes through with difficulty.

If operation is not as specified, replace the PCV valve.

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