Kia Forte: Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Description and operation

Repair procedures
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Disconnect the PCV hose (A).
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2. |
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 moves.

If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or
replace the valve.
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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
PCV Valve :
7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Schematic diagrams
Schematic Diagram
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV
valve.
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