Kia Sportage: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve: Description and Operation

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Emission Control System / Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve: Description and Operation

Repair procedures

Inspection 1. After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV valve. 2. Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose. 3. Run the engine at idle, then put a finger ove ...

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve: Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A). 2. Remove the PCV valve (B). Inspection 1. Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that the plunger move ...

Other Information:

Active ECO operation
Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling certain engine and transaxle system operating parameters. Fuel efficiency depends on the driver's driving habit and road condition. ...

Smart key functions
Carrying the smart key, you may lock and unlock the vehicle doors (and tailgate). Also, you may start the engine. Refer to the following, for more details. Locking Pressing the button of the fro ...