Help finding PCV Valve 98 Cav - RS
integrare
06-15-2004, 04:53 PM
I'm having some difficulty finding the PCV valve on a 98 Cavalier RS. The schematic is different than the other posts and the Chilton doesn't cover this model in their general cavalier repair manual. It's the 2.2L engine. Please help!
Thanks!
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Langning
06-16-2004, 04:14 PM
I just replaced the PCV on my 96 Cav. It is located on the top left of engine block, I would think 98 & 96 shared the same engine. You have to unscrew the "black" retaining cap and pull out the connection tub to see it.
integrare
06-16-2004, 06:18 PM
Was it hard to find or under something else? I looked all over the visible sections of the valve cover for a black cap or anything that could house a PCV valve, but didn't see anything. Does your engine have the fuel injector casing over the valve cover?
Langning
06-18-2004, 05:21 PM
the black cap is a ring shape 10-12 point star on the outside (diameter of a dollar coin) on the top (passenger side) and back of the engine block (next to the belts). I first had a hard time twisting it open by hand and eventually I did it with a plier/wrench. Be careful not to break it.
If you do it search on "PCV Retainer" and you will come across this post
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=112824&highlight=pcv+retainer
There is a picture of the diagram.
BTW, it is very easy and just be careful not to break the retainer ring. The PCV is totally hidden away... Help this help you.
If you do it search on "PCV Retainer" and you will come across this post
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=112824&highlight=pcv+retainer
There is a picture of the diagram.
BTW, it is very easy and just be careful not to break the retainer ring. The PCV is totally hidden away... Help this help you.
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