pcv valve
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pcv valve
Where is the pvc valve located and how do you clean it? If it is dirty, does this accelerate the engine sludge issue? I am about to bring it in and get the timing belt changed. I am thinking about paying Lexus while it is in the shop to drop the pan and check the oil pickup for sludge or pull the valve cover. Or what ever they have to do to check or sludge. I have a 2001 with 86,000 miles.
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Where is the pvc valve located and how do you clean it? If it is dirty, does this accelerate the engine sludge issue? I am about to bring it in and get the timing belt changed. I am thinking about paying Lexus while it is in the shop to drop the pan and check the oil pickup for sludge or pull the valve cover. Or what ever they have to do to check or sludge. I have a 2001 with 86,000 miles.
#3
The location of the PCV valve didn't change, but it looks different in the 2001-2003 models than it did in the 1999-2000 ones. Let us know how it looks. I checked mine a few years ago and it looked great.
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Where is the pvc valve located and how do you clean it? If it is dirty, does this accelerate the engine sludge issue? I am about to bring it in and get the timing belt changed. I am thinking about paying Lexus while it is in the shop to drop the pan and check the oil pickup for sludge or pull the valve cover. Or what ever they have to do to check or sludge. I have a 2001 with 86,000 miles.
And as bob2200 mentioned, it's going to look different, it's actually metal on the 2001-2003 models (see second photo below). It's also going to be set at a 45 degree angle instead of flat as it is here on my 99.
This photo is one I took from rockauto.com where they had the piece available for $4.11 for the 2001, it's listed under the emission subcategory and it's a BECK/ARNLEY Part # 0450345.
However, verify what you see before you order.
#5
Hello, Lexmex,
I am planning to replace the PCV valve for my 01 RX300 which has a engine oil leakage recently. I wonder if the PCV valve you found from autorock.com has a good quality or I should buy it from Lexus dealer. Thanks a lot. I seem the one you found is very cheap. Thanks a lot.
I am planning to replace the PCV valve for my 01 RX300 which has a engine oil leakage recently. I wonder if the PCV valve you found from autorock.com has a good quality or I should buy it from Lexus dealer. Thanks a lot. I seem the one you found is very cheap. Thanks a lot.
Here's a photo, it's the area code58 mentioned.
And as bob2200 mentioned, it's going to look different, it's actually metal on the 2001-2003 models (see second photo below). It's also going to be set at a 45 degree angle instead of flat as it is here on my 99.
This photo is one I took from rockauto.com where they had the piece available for $4.11 for the 2001, it's listed under the emission subcategory and it's a BECK/ARNLEY Part # 0450345.
However, verify what you see before you order.
And as bob2200 mentioned, it's going to look different, it's actually metal on the 2001-2003 models (see second photo below). It's also going to be set at a 45 degree angle instead of flat as it is here on my 99.
This photo is one I took from rockauto.com where they had the piece available for $4.11 for the 2001, it's listed under the emission subcategory and it's a BECK/ARNLEY Part # 0450345.
However, verify what you see before you order.
#6
Hello, Lexmex,
I am planning to replace the PCV valve for my 01 RX300 which has a engine oil leakage recently. I wonder if the PCV valve you found from autorock.com has a good quality or I should buy it from Lexus dealer. Thanks a lot. I seem the one you found is very cheap. Thanks a lot.
I am planning to replace the PCV valve for my 01 RX300 which has a engine oil leakage recently. I wonder if the PCV valve you found from autorock.com has a good quality or I should buy it from Lexus dealer. Thanks a lot. I seem the one you found is very cheap. Thanks a lot.
Part # 12204-20040 (for the metal screw in kind which is what yours should have).
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Guys, just want to share with you all, my 01 RX300 has the plastic PCV valve (yes not the metal one), just replaced it last night. During the work, a nightmare happened: the rubber ring under the PCV valve was broken (it became quite stiff) and dropped into the valve cover (through the hole) when I tried to replace it as well. It was so painful to get it out, after two hours I managed to hook it out with the help of a flat screwdriver. So be very careful, it happened before and it happened again.
#10
Toyota should not use plastic for a component that is subject to that much heat in that location. They are just asking for trouble like you experienced. Metal is much more durable for pcv use.
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Lexmex. First off, I want to thank you for all your informative posts. I am in the process of getting my daughter's new 2001 RX300 resuscitated and I have relied on your guidance to get me thru. It is a pretty great car!
As to this thread, you are right in that all RX330s manufactured before 01/2001 used the plastic PCV valve. That is my vehicle. What is involved in changing it out? I purchased the valve and the grommet. Do they just pop out?
Thanks
Scott
As to this thread, you are right in that all RX330s manufactured before 01/2001 used the plastic PCV valve. That is my vehicle. What is involved in changing it out? I purchased the valve and the grommet. Do they just pop out?
Thanks
Scott
#14
It is a pretty simple job. Yes, just pull it out and pinch the clamp to release the PCV. Insert the new one. You might as well replace the grommet since you bought a new, but most of the time those can be reused.
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do I need any tool to twist it? or just simply pull it out. Not too much space left there. Do I need to move anything first?