Because the PCV valve controls the flow of blow-by vapors from the crankcase to the intake manifold, a faulty or broken PCV valve can manifest itself in the same way as an intake air leak. A bad PCV valve can cause the idle RPM to get too high and unusual idle behaviors like very ro...
So, get to removing crap! The weird UFO-shaped device in the center is the PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve, which needs to be removed. Below that on the TIP (sticking out above and to the left of the PCV valve i...
and a bad PCV valve is one of them, since the PCV valve works directly with your engine. Do note that if you own an old model car, the PCV system might be fitted without an electronically controlled engine, and thus a bad PCV valve will not cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate...
The lower pressure of the intake manifold pulls air from the breather through the valve, and into the intake manifold. For the Smog Test: It is critical that the PCV system be clean, connected and un-plugged otherwise air flow to the intake manifold and subsequently the combustion chambers ...
It prevents the computer from switching over to four-cylinder mode. It’s a simple and effective way to turn off the AFM system and provides the added bonus of improving exhaust sound. NOTE: A disabler device should ONLY be used if the valvetrain is in good working order. Engines...
If the valve needs to be replaced completely, it can set you back $65 to $83 without labor. Car manufacturers suggest that individuals keep on getting their PCV valves replaced regularly. What are the signs of a bad PCV valve? If you find that your engine has started misfiring or ...
Here is how to clean sediment from a fuel strainer: Step 1: Find and close the shutoff valve on the fuel line. Step 2: Loosen the lock nut on the bowl retainer and remove the sediment bowl. Step 3: Empty and clean the sediment bowl. Clean the filter screen. Refill the sediment bowl...
Flood alarm products include a sewer backup alarm built into a sewer backflow preventer valve. We show one at SEWAGE EJECTOR / GRINDER PUMPS Photo: a Backwater Alert alarm system installed at tne cleanout for a building maindrain, courtesy of Backwater Alert, cited below. [Click to enlarge...
Using special lubricants for this may help, and extremely stubborn bolts may require heat to loosen. 5 Begin disassembling the rest of the engine. Start by removing the oil pan and the valve covers, then the cylinder heads. Be sure to protect the lifter rods when lifting the cylinder head...