bad pcv valve = vacuum leak?

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May 14, 2003 | 12:38 AM

NINJA del Sol

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bad pcv valve = vacuum leak?

could a bad PCV valve be the source of a vacuum leak?

May 14, 2003 | 01:19 AM

shortyz

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Re:bad pcv valve = vacuum leak?

its just a basic check valve sometimes they can become clogged with oil/----.

pull the little hose off and clean her out.

May 22, 2003 | 05:18 AM

Sniperpain

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Re:bad pcv valve = vacuum leak?

i heard your not suppose to clean them, and that you should buy new ones, about $5 bucks at automotive stores.

May 22, 2003 | 01:26 PM

hirostyle

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Re:bad pcv valve = vacuum leak?

yeah, buy a new one since they are inexpensive. Save the trouble of having it screw up again

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