Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the intake manifold..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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1 |
PCV hose |
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2 |
Oil separator |
|
3 |
Retainer (See Retainer Removal Note.) (See Retainer Installation Note.) |
|
4 |
PCV valve |
Retainer Removal Note
CAUTION:
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Be sure to follow the removal procedures below to prevent the leakage of blow-by gas caused by the damage to the tab of the oil separator or the oil separator itself.
1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver with its tip wrapped in a shop rag into the gap between the retainer and the oil separator as shown in the figure.
2. Spread the side surface of the retainer outward to dismount it with attention to the tab.
Retainer Installation Note
CAUTION:
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Be sure to replace the old retainer with a new one to prevent the escape of blow-by gas. Reinstalling the old retainer will reduce airtightness.
1. Make sure that the retainer alignment mark is directed as shown in the left diagram before installing the retainer to the oil separator.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the section (A) of ventilation hose shown in the figure.
2. Start the engine and verify that vacuum is applied to the end of the disconnected
ventilation hose ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve ...
Other materials:
Oil Shower Pipe
Outline
Mechanical resistance loss has been reduced through structural changes to
achieve optimum fuel economy. An oil shower pipe has been adopted as a part
of this structural change.
Purpose, Function
The oil shower pipe injects engine oil to lubricate the contact points ...
Water Pump Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...
Hydraulic Lash Adjuster (Hla) Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
If the camshaft is rotated with the timing chain removed and the piston at
the top dead center position, the valve may contact the piston and the engine ...
