pcv valve replacement

2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT
214,144 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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HERKYH
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what is the exact location and procedure to replace a pcv valve on my car?
Jan 12, 2010 at 3:07 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve


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A.PCV VALVE


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REMOVAL 1.Disconnect the ventilation hose from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve. Remove the PCV valve from the rocker cover and reconnect it to the ventilation hose.


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2.Run Run the engine at idle and put a finger on the open end of the PCV valve and make sure that intake manifold vacuum can be felt. NOTE: The plunger inside the PCV valve will move back and forth 3.If vacuum is not felt, clean the PCV valve and ventilation hose in cleaning solvent, or replace if necessary. INSTALLATION Install the PCV valve and tighten to the specified torque. PCV valve tightening torque : 8 - 12 Nm (80 - 120 kg.cm, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)
Jan 12, 2010 at 4:07 PM
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