Pinpoint Test HG: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System: Introduction: Notes

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

  • Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve (6A666) and related vacuum lines.
  • Electrically heated PCV valve (6A666) and heater circuit. Both PCM and non-PCM controlled.
  • Electrically heated PCV tube (9F624) and heater circuit. Both PCM and non-PCM controlled.
  • Powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650).
  • PCV Thermal Extension Harness (12A580).
NOTE: Electrically heated PCV system only, refer to POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM for additional information.
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