Kia Optima: Inspection - Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve. Repair procedures - Crankcase Emission Control 
		System - Emission Control System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Optima: Inspection

1. Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that there is the plunger movement.

If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or replace the valve.


Removal
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Installation
1. Installation is reverse of removal. PCV Valve installation: 1.9 ~ 2.8 N.m (0.19 ~ 0.29 kgf.m, 1.4 ~ 2.1 lb-ft) ...

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