Is it normal to hear a rattling noise at the PCV vale while running?

2001 DODGE DAKOTA
190,000 MILES • 3.9L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FLOATR925
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I'm told the dealer PCV valve is best. This one has been on it for about 10 months. Basic one from parts store.
I know you shake it to test but wasn't sure when running what that may mean.
Oct 31, 2022 at 4:09 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The PCV basically limits air flow in one direction. So, when you start the engine, you may hear a click when it opens from the engine vacuum, but it shouldn't rattle when running.

Is that what you mean?

Let me know.

Joe
Oct 31, 2022 at 7:11 PM
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