1997 Ford Explorer PCV Valve Location

1997 FORD
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ED LYONS
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I need to change the fuel filter and PCV valve, can't locate the PCV. It's not shown in the expensive factory manuals. Dealer is suppose to change it free, but at 6yrs, 60,000mi. Had since new and I have to do it myself. It's 9 yrs old and I do all services.
Mar 17, 2006 at 3:18 AM
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OIII88
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UNDER HOOD, CENTER, REAR ENGINE AREA, MOUNTED ON UPPER REAR OF ENGINE BLOCK I UPLOADEDA DIAGRAM I BELIEVE IT IS THE CORRECT ONE.
Mar 17, 2006 at 6:16 AM
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OIII88
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Ok sorry about that this is the 4.0L EFI SOHC. Only other one I could find info on for that model.
Mar 17, 2006 at 6:59 PM
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LOVESCARS
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PCV is located on the intake or on one of the valve covers. Problem with a 4.0 is everything is crammed under the hood
Mar 18, 2006 at 10:59 AM
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Look for the PCV valve on the intake or on one of the valve covers. On the 4.0L, access is tight because components are packed under the hood.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1997 Ford Explorer 4.0L SOHC could not locate the PCV valve for replacement and said it was not shown in the factory manuals. A reply suggested the upper rear of the engine block, then identified the engine as the 4.0L EFI SOHC. The expert said the PCV is on the intake or on one of the valve covers and noted that the 4.0 is tightly packaged under the hood.

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