Hello
I have a 2023 Nissan kicks. I would like to remove and inspect my Pcv valve but there is a round plastic collar around it so I can’t get a wrench on it. This collar doesn’t seem to be listed in any parts diagrams. I tried twisting it and prying it with no luck, don’t wanna break it.
I would like to remove and inspect my Pcv valve
Not to beleaguer a point but why do you want to check it? If it's not burning oil or having a problem then leave it alone. Your car is under warranty and such issues should be addressed through a warranty claim by the dealer. If you go messing with your engine you risk voiding that warranty.
I want to check it because there is a problem. I’m getting a lot of white emulsified oil in my oil filler cap. It’s generally a good idea to check the simplest cheapest solutions first. Making sure the pcv is operating properly is usually an easy check. I haven’t met a big name car dealer that was honest or competent yet. The company that I believe makes the Pcv valve for Nissan, Beck Arnley only warranties the Pcv for 12,000 miles. I have 23k. Wheel bearings typically last 80-100k miles but in this car it lasted only 20k. Every recall starts with someone noticing a problem.
Picture?
I wish I could add a photo but I didn’t see that option when posting. Any tips for adding a photo?
I wish I could add a photo but I didn’t see that option when posting. Any tips for adding a photo?
why do you want to start taking apart a brand new engine?
Would you really consider changing a Pcv valve to be “taking apart a new engine” ?
It’s generally simpler than changing the oil.
Fair question. Nissan doesn’t make them like they used to. Already had a wheel bearing replaced at 20k miles.
current issue is abundant white oil sludge in oil filler cap. Sure it’s winter but I don’t drive short trips and I shouldn’t have so much sludge. I have several other cars with no sludge, just the brand new Nissan.
I just wanted to make sure the Pcv is operational.
PCV Valve typically lasts till 50k miles. So If your miles is under 50k then I wouldn't worry about it until it reaches 50k miles.
Beck Arnley the company that I believe manufactures the valve only warranties it for 12,000 miles. wheel bearings typically last 80-100k miles but Nissans needed to be replaced at 20k miles.
My Toyota bearings last 225k miles.
I would rather change a $20 Pcv valve than have engine damage.
ohh this should be a link to the photo of my Pcv
have you tried taking off the clamp, and then the hose, and then the collar?
You may want to consult a service manual.
Hi friend I do appreciate your willingness to help. Yes the clamp and hose are no issue. It’s the collar. How is it removed? It almost seems glued on. There is even a video on YouTube for a 2023 kicks showing the removal of the Pcv but in the video there is no collar. The collar is not listed in and parts diagram from the manufacture. After exhaustive searches on the internet I have found no mention of this collar on any other car Nissan or any brand it’s quite odd really.
https://m.youtube.com/shorts/K95yexWUhy0
I'm not sure if the above link will work but it shows Pcv removal in a kicks.
the only thing is he can get a wrench on it because he doesn’t have the mystery plastic collar
Hey,
I just stumbled across this post after cleaning my PCV valve. Mine also had this weird collar blocking me from removing the valve. I took a small flathead screwdriver and pried it off by inserting it between the collar and nozzle, then twisting it gently. I'm not sure why mine was like that. I'm just glad I'm not the only one.
I just did this earlier today, but I think I threw away that collar. I also suggest making a catch can contraption to supply the intake with clean air.
@tekkity the collar probably keeps the valve from popping off, since the crankcase can experience positive pressure. PCV valves have been around a long time, and this engine doesn't have direct injection, so it doesn't need a catch can.