Crankcase Vent Hose: Description

The PCV system consists of a draft-tube style throttle body insert (2) and hoses (1 and 3) connected between the cylinder head covers and the throttle body insert (2).

Fig 1: Locating Crankcase Vent Hose

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Crankcase ventilation is accomplished by means of a draft-tube style insert (2) protruding through the throttle body into the intake airstream (4). The crankcase gases are drawn into the intake manifold when air passing the tube insert creates a vacuum in the Crankcase Vent Hoses (1 and 3).

Fig 2: Identifying Crankcase Ventilation

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