That is normal. It means it is not stuck.
The PCV valve for a 1998 Monte Carlo should plug into the valve cover. Twist and pull it to remove and replace it.
upper right side back of the motor almost to the right and under the egr valve
It is supposed to rattle when you shake it. if it does not, it needs replacing. The rattle you hear is the check valve.
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 2006 Monte Carlo is typically located on the valve cover, near the rear of the engine. It is often connected to a rubber hose that leads to the intake manifold. To access it, you may need to remove any covering or components obstructing the view. Always consult your vehicle's service manual for specific details and guidance.
First of all, it is a PCV valve. Not a PVC valve. It stands for positive crankcase ventilation-PCV. It is probalbly stuck right in the top of one of the valve covers with a hose or tube going from it to the air breather.
No, some rattle is normal.
valve should rattle when shook, and when engine is started it should have a good suction.
On the passenger side of the engine just ahead of the alternator, under the edge of the plastic engine cover there is a sensor with a plug and wires coming out of it, it says sensor pressure on it.That entire unit twists off and the pcv valve is under it
The PCV is located on the valve cover. Its the one thing on a s-series that should rattle :) -RC-
On a 96 with a 3.4L, it is on the driver's side, at the rear of the engine (right at the firewall). If you look close, there is a small rubber tube that comes up the side of the engine. The PCV valve goes into that tube. It's set up like an in-line valve, rather than the traditional "in the valve cover" you're probably used to.
Yes, you can clean the PCV valve. Take off the PCV valve and get a spray can of carb cleaner. Just spray into the valve and just enough to clean out any gunk that might be in there. You should hear it rattle when you shake the valve.