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- After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV valve.
- Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose.
- Run the engine at idle, then put a finger over 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 at vacuum.
- If the vacuum is not felt inspect PCV operation, if operating correctly clean or replace the vapor hose.
Operation Principle
OPERATION PRINCIPLE DESCRIPTION Engine Condition Not Running Idling or Decelerating Normal Operation Accelerating and High Vacuum in Intake Manifold 0 High Moderate Low PCV Valve close Slightly Open Properly Open Fully Open Blow-by Gas Flow 0 Small Medium Large Schematic Diagram
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- Disconnect the vapor hose (A).
- Remove the PCV valve (B).
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- Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that the plunger movement. NOTE: If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or replace the valve.