Kia Sportage: Repair procedures| Inspection |
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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 over the open end
of the PCV valve and make sure that intake manifold vacuum can be felt.
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| 4. |
If the vacuum is not felt inspect PCV operation, if operating correctly clean or replace the vapor hose. |
Schematic Diagrams
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve: Description and OperationCylinder Block: Components and Components Location
Components
1. Piston ring2. Snap ring3. Piston4. Connecting rod 5. Connecting rod upper bearing6. Piston pin7. Connecting rod lower bearing8. Connecting rod bearing cap9. Ladder frame10. Oil filt ...
For safe four-wheel drive operation
Do not try to drive in deep standing water or mud since such conditions
can stall your engine and clog your exhaust pipes. Do not drive down steep hills
since it requires extreme skill to mai ...