Kia Picanto JA: Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Kia Picanto (JA) 2017-{YEAR} Service & Repair Manual / Emission Control System / Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Description and operation
Operation Principle

Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the vapor hose (A).
2.
Remove the PCV valve (B).
PCV valve :
1.89 - 2.84 N·m (0.19 - 0.29 kgf·m, 1.40 - 2.09 lb·ft)

Inspection
1.
Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check for plunger movement.

   
If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is stuck), clean or replace the valve.
Installation
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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