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Old 12-08-2009, 01:33 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by wyatt View Post
I guess that raises another question...

4. How am I to know whether or not the PCV valve is working?

The guys that told me it was "probably clogged" said so based on there being oil in the air filter compartment. Is there another way of telling without actually removing the filter and inspecting it?
Wyatt ,
Easiest way is to remove the valve and shake it.
If it is working as it should it will rattle telling you all is OK.
This is usually a ten minute job and needs no special tools or talent.
Even I can do it!

Oil in the filter is not a major problem and is most likely oil vapours condensing on the cooler metal parts of the air filter.

Pete.
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