Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
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Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
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The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
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The PCV valve is installed to the oil separator.
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The PCV valve consists of a spring and valve.
Operation
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When the valve is pulled by the intake manifold vacuum, blow-by gas flows to the intake manifold.
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Blow-by gas flow amount is adjusted by the spring according to the intake manifold vacuum.
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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Purge Solenoid Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve..
3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
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Other materials:
Air Intake Actuator [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The air intake actuator moves the air intake door in the blower unit to switch
the air intake port.
Function
The air intake actuator drives the motor based on the signal from the climate
control unit and moves the air intake door to the FRESH or REC position.
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Rear Seat
Split Folding
The seatbacks can be folded down to provide more space in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
Tightly secure cargo in the luggage compartment when it is transported
with the seatbacks folded down:
Driving without tightly securing cargo and luggage is dangerous as it could move
and ...
Main Fuse
Purpose
If electric current of the specified value or more flows to each fuse, the
fuse melts due to heat generation to protect the systems and parts downstream
of the fuse.
Function
If electric current to each fuse is the specified value or more, the fuse
melts due to h ...
