2007 Chrysler 300 PCV valve

2007 CHRYSLER 300
64,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Owner's manual says change PCV valve every 30m miles. One dealer said "Part not Serviceable"; another said definitely do it but access is difficult (under plenum?) and total cost is $240 (also says spark plugs should be changed at the same time), another dealer says change is easy and $45.
1) How important is changing the PCV Valve on this engine?
2) How difficult and expensive is it?
Jan 21, 2010 at 6:47 AM
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ERNEST CLARK
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If the PCV valve is actually bad, then it's important that you change it.

The dealer that quoted you $240, did that include spark plugs? If so, then that's a good deal. If not, then he's a crook.

Getting to the PCV valve is extremely easy, and the valve itself costs around 5-10 bucks.

If you were handy with a ratchet, you could do it yourself in under 5 minutes flat. If not, take it to a regular mechanic, not a dealer. The ONLY time you should ever take your car to a dealer is when it's under warranty.
Jan 21, 2010 at 8:15 AM
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