PCV valve location needed

Tiny
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  • 2008 FORD RANGER
  • 2.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 226,000 MILES
I do not know where it is located, so I can replace it. I have oil leaking into my air cleaner box, that leads me to believe the positive crankcase ventilator valve is clogged and needs to be replaced. Do you have a photo or tutorial, that can assist me?
Monday, January 20th, 2020 AT 1:17 PM

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Tiny
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I've attached a picture of the location. The plastic housing that the pcv valve pops into can be troublesome at times also, it's called the oil separator assembly.
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Monday, January 20th, 2020 AT 4:04 PM
Tiny
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This illustration is not the same as my engine.
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Monday, January 20th, 2020 AT 4:48 PM
Tiny
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If your Ranger has a 2.3 engine, that was a picture from the official instructions. The first step is to remove the driver side fender liner to gain access to it. Removal and Installation
1. Remove the LH front wheel and tire.
2. Remove the left front inner fender splash shield.
3. Disconnect the coolant bypass hose from the routing clip.
4. Gently pry the PCV valve cap off the 2 tabs.
5. Remove the PCV valve from the crankcase vent oil separator and disconnect the vacuum hose.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 AT 7:33 AM
Tiny
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Thank you BMDOUBLE! Very much appreciated.
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Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 AT 10:57 AM
Tiny
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You're welcome!
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Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 AT 1:36 PM
Tiny
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It is not going to be easy getting it, lol. The top part of the wheel well cover is limiting access and my hands are not small. I get it sorted though. Thanks again though. I really do appreciate it and not having to pay a shop to do it. Cheers!
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Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 AT 12:04 PM
Tiny
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You're welcome! Let us know if you need any more help.
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Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 AT 8:30 AM

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