Kia Sorento: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection - Crankcase Emission Control System - Emission Control System - Kia Sorento XM 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Sorento: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection

Second Generation XM (2011-2026) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2026 Service Manual / Emission Control System / Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection

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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.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Removal
1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A). 2. Remove the PCV valve (B). ...

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Installation
1. Install in the reverse order of removal. PCV Valve installation: 1.9 ~ 2.8 N.m (0.19 ~ 0.29 kgf.m, 1.4 ~ 2.1 lb-ft) ...

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Air Ventilation Seat Control Unit Removal
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the air ventilation seat control unit (A) after loosening screws. ...

Engine Room Under Cover Components
1. Under Cover 2. Side Cover (RH) 3. Side Cover (LH) ...

Checking the engine oil level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil ...

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