PCV Heater: Service and Repair

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Heater Element





Air Intake Resonator and PCV Tube










Heated PCV Heater Element









Removal

1. Release the clamp and remove the bolt and the air intake resonator assembly.

2. Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the PCV tube.

3. Disconnect the PCV heater element electrical connector.

4. Remove the 2 bolts and the PCV heater element.
- Discard the O-ring seal.

Installation

1. NOTE: Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Using a new O-ring seal, install the PCV heater element and the 2 bolts.

- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

2. Connect the PCV heater element electrical connector.

3. Position the PCV tube and connect the quick connect couplings.

4. Position the air intake resonator assembly, install the bolt and the clamp.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).