Positive Crankcase Ventilation

1987 BMW L7 (E23) L6-3430cc 3.4L SOHC (M30)SECTION Positive Crankcase Ventilation



Servicing of the system is limited to periodic inspection of hoses and clamps. Any cracked or leaking hoses must be replaced. The valve cover should be checked to insure that accumulated sludge is not blocking the system. If this condition is present, the valve cover must be removed and cleaned in a suitable parts solvent, then installed with a new gasket.



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