Kia Carens: Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Emission Control System / Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Disconnect the vapor hose (A).

2.	Remove the PCV valve (B).

Inspection

Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that the plunger movement.

If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or replace the valve.

Installation

Installation is reverse of removal.

PCV valve installation :

7.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Description and operation

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Evaporative Emission Control System

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