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:
Refrigerant Line Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant..
3. Disconnect the engine ground.
4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to
spill.
CAUTION:
If moisture or for ...
Relay And Fuse Block Removal/Installation
1. Remove the battery tray..
2. Remove the air cleaner case..
3. While pressing the relay and fuse block upper cover tab in the direction of
the arrow (1) shown in the figure, lift up the relay and fuse block upper cover
in the direction of the arrow (2) to detach the relay and fuse block up ...
Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection
1. Apply battery positive voltage and connect the ground to the windshield wiper
motor terminals as indicated in the table below a ...
