Kia Optima: Crankcase Emission Control System / Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Description and operation

Repair procedures
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Disconnect the vapor hose (A).
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Remove the PCV valve (B).
Tightening torque :
1.96 - 2.94 N.m (0.2 - 0.3 kgf.m, 1.45 - 2.17 lb-ft)
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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.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Schematic diagrams
Schematic Diagram
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV
valve.
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Description and operation
Description
Evaporative Emission Control System prevents fuel vapor stored in fuel tank from
vaporizing into the atmosphere. When the fuel evaporates in the f ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
Repair procedures
Replacement
[Crash pad center garnish]
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1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Loosen the retaining screw of the trunk lid cover and then remove the cover.
3. Remove the nuts from the vehicle.
4. Disconnect the rear combination lamp (inside) connector.
5. Remove the rear combination lamp (inside) assembly from the body of the vehicle.
6. ...