GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

A closed crankcase ventilation system is used in order to provide a more complete scavenging of crankcase vapors. Fresh air from the throttle body is supplied to the crankcase, mixed with blow-by gases, and then passed through a crankcase ventilation pipe/passage into the intake manifold.

Results of Incorrect Operation

A plugged PCV Pipe/passage way may cause:

    • Rough idle
    • Stalling or slow idle speed
    • Oil leaks
    • Sludge in engine