Nobody ever does, but sure, and their usually less than $10....they can be cleaned with spray.. dave
When you shake the PCV valve it should rattle. If it does not rattle then it is probably stuck and should be replaced.
The PCV valve on a 1999 Astro should be located on top of the valve cover. It plugs in and can be easily replaced.
Generally I would check it every 30k, and change it every 60k. They're not that expensive, and it wouldn't hurt to replace it a little early.
The PCV is non-serviceable. It cannot be replaced.
it shoulb be replaced about every 35,000 miles but some might be rivited into the value cover
replace only when u get a check engine light. the valve is good for the life of the motor(should be)
go to the local auto shop and tell them you ned your pcv valve replaced
The PCV valve on q 2007 Torrent is made into the valve cover. It is not removable, the valve cover and PCV valve must be replaced together.
should be on top of valve cover This picture will help you find the PCV valve http://www.clublexus.com/forums/es300-and-es330-forum/418700-2001-lexus-es300-pcv-where-is-it.html What you really need to know is that if your engine has been desludged the L shaped plastic PCV valve would have been replaced with the metallic, straight screw in PCV valve first introduced in 2002.
I have had a complete tuneup done on a Ford Tempo for $150.00 -parts and laor.
According to the 1998 Ford Escort Owner Guide : A Ford dealer will change the PCV valve at no cost ( except California and Canada ) at ( 60,000 miles/ 96,000 kilometers )
These cars have a non serviceable pcv valve system, meaning the dealer does not list a part to be serviced or replaced.