PCV Valve: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not remove unless the PCV valve is broken.

Remove the collector cover.
Remove the intake manifold. < Refer to REMOVAL , Intake Manifold. >
Remove the secondary air combination valve RH. < Refer to REMOVAL , Secondary Air Combination Valve. >
Disconnect the vacuum hose (A) from the PCV valve and remove the PCV valve from the PCV connector.
NOTE: Pinch the clamp of the PCV connector by fitting the cut out in the ST with the protrusion on the clamp as shown in the figure, and unlock the clamp.

ST 18353AA000 CLAMP PLIERS

Fig 1: Removing/Installing PCV Hose Clamp Using Clamp Pliers
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Fig 2: Locating PCV Hose Assembly Pipe And Clamp
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