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From Certified Mechanics in Duluth
The Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve is a crucial part of the emission control system in your Mini.
The PCV valve regulates the flow of toxic gases from the combustion chamber of your car.
Due to the nature of its functioning the PCV valve might get clogged in due course of time.
Here are the steps you can follow to clean the PCV valve in your Mini.
The owner’s manual of your Mini will give you an idea about the location of the PCV valve.
Mostly, the PCV valve is located beside the valve cover, above the block of the engine.
The PCV valve is covered by a rubber hosepipe in the form of a cylinder.
Now, if you are a first-time car owner, then you should exercise some caution while removing the PCV valve.
You can remove the hosepipe by hand & then use a rag cover and pliers into pull the valve out.
Remember to first let your car cool down before you open the hood to pull out the PCV valve.
There are various cleaning agents available in the market that you can use to clean the PCV valve.
After you have cleaned the PCV valve, you can turn on the air compressor & squirt air to the PCV system.
If you are finding it difficult to clean the PCV valve, then get in touch with a certified mechanic to help you out.
While installing the PCV valve just make sure to push it all the way in so that the edge of the Oring is flush against the engine.
If the PCV valve is not installed properly, then you might have to face engine issues in your Mini.
If you are finding it difficult, then use a rag to wrap it and then clamp it with pliers to push it down easily.
At times excess emission from your Mini is often linked to a bad PCV valve in your vehicle.
If you are finding it difficult to clean the PCV valve, then take your Mini to a repair shop for getting it cleaned.
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