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:
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
Purpose/Function
Illuminates during the cruise control system operation to inform the driver
that the cruise control system is operating.
Construction
Built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
Illuminates during the cruise control system operation.
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Condenser Inspection
1. Inspect the condenser for cracks, damage, and oil leakage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the condenser.
2. Visually inspect for bent fins for clogging of foreign material.
If any fins are clogged, remove the foreign material.
3. Visually inspect for bent fins.
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Manifold Absolute Pressure (Map) Sensor/Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor
No.2 Removal/Installation
NOTE:
Because the IAT sensor No.2 is integrated in the MAP sensor, replacing the
IAT sensor No.2 includes replacement of the MAP sensor/IAT sensor No.2.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the MAP sensor/IAT sensor No.2 connector.
3. Remove the MAP sensor/IA ...
