Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve is installed to the oil separator.

The PCV valve consists of a spring and valve.

Operation
When the valve is pulled by the intake manifold vacuum, blow-by gas flows to the intake manifold.

Blow-by gas flow amount is adjusted by the spring according to the intake manifold vacuum.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Removal/Installation
Purge Solenoid Valve InspectionRear Mount Camera Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
d. Liftgate garnish.
e. Rear mount camera.
3. Prepare four dry cell batteries (1.5 V)
4. Connect the four dry cell batteries in a series.
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Energy Absorbing Form Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the seal board upper..
3. Remove the front bumper..
4. Insert the flathead screwdriver shown in the figure, push fasteners A for
back side of front bumper reinforcement arrow shown in the figure.
5. Pull the energy-absorbing form in ...
St 001/12 Special Service Tool Shipment January 2013
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2014 Mazda6
2014 CX-5
DESCRIPTION/PRICING
In support of the new 2014 Mazda6 and the 2014 CX-5, Mazda will ship to all dealers
one (1) new Special Service Tool (SST). The SST will be shipped automatically by
Mazda’s tool vendor, SPX during January 2013.
The followi ...