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

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 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).

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

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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