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Crankcase Ventilation Systems - Domestic: Testing: Jeep

  1. Remove PCV valve from grommet in rocker arm cover on 4 and 6 cylinder models, or from hose behind carburetor on V8 models.
  2. Connect valve to PCV valve tester (J-231 11 or equivalent). Four cylinder valves require an adapter for the tester.
  3. Connect a vacuum gauge to read intake manifold vacuum.
    NOTE: PCV valve must be in a horizontal position and lightly tapped during tests (holding tester in a vertical position).
  4. Start engine, allow to idle, compare vacuum and tester reading to flow chart. A valve that flows above or below chart specification must be cleaned or replaced.
Jeep PCV F low Rates (1)

Vacuum (In. Hg) Flow Rate for 4-Cyl. Flow Rate for 6-Cyl. Flow Rate for V8
16 ..... .0-.20 1.34-1.63
15 .50-1.00 ..... .....
13 ..... 1.30-1.90 .....
11 ..... .90-2.00 .....
7 ..... ..... 2.70-3.79
6 1.05-1.85 ..... .....
5 ..... 1.50-2.50 .....
3 1.50-2.50 ..... 3.30-4.39
2 ..... 1.28-2.56 .....
(1) Flow rate given in cubic feet per minute (cfm).