PCV Valve
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Mercury Villager and 1995 Mercury Villager. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove PCV valve from rocker cover grommet. Shake valve. If valve does not rattle when shaken, replace valve. Start engine and warm to normal operating temperature.
- Disconnect hose from remote air cleaner or outlet tube. Place stiff piece of paper over hose end, and wait 60 seconds. Vacuum should hold paper in place. If vacuum does not hold paper in place, replace valve.