Mini is a very popular luxury car that is known for its performance and advanced features. However, owning a Mini also comes with its own set of responsibilities like maintenance and service that are essential for the smooth running & better performance of the car. The PCV valve in your Mini is particularly prone to getting clogged due to the nature of its functioning. Have a look at the slide to know the steps that will help you in cleaning the PCV valve of your Mini.

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2. The Positive Crankcase
Ventilation (PCV) valve is a
crucial part of the emission
control system in your Mini.

3. The PCV valve regulates the flow
of toxic gases from the
combustion chamber of your
car.

4. Due to the nature of its
functioning the PCV valve might
get clogged in due course of
time.

5. Here are the steps you can
follow to clean the PCV valve in
your Mini.

7. The owner’s manual of your Mini
will give you an idea about the
location of the PCV valve.

8. Mostly, the PCV valve is located
beside the valve cover, above
the block of the engine.

9. The PCV valve is covered by a
rubber hosepipe in the form of a
cylinder.

11. Now, if you are a first-time car
owner, then you should exercise
some caution while removing
the PCV valve.

12. You can remove the hosepipe by
hand & then use a rag cover and
pliers into pull the valve out.

13. Remember to first let your car
cool down before you open the
hood to pull out the PCV valve.

15. There are various cleaning
agents available in the market
that you can use to clean the
PCV valve.

16. After you have cleaned the PCV
valve, you can turn on the air
compressor & squirt air to the
PCV system.

17. If you are finding it difficult to
clean the PCV valve, then get in
touch with a certified mechanic
to help you out.

19. While installing the PCV valve
just make sure to push it all the
way in so that the edge of the O-
ring is flush against the engine.

20. If the PCV valve is not installed
properly, then you might have to
face engine issues in your Mini.

21. If you are finding it difficult,
then use a rag to wrap it and
then clamp it with pliers to push
it down easily.

23. At times excess emission from
your Mini is often linked to a bad
PCV valve in your vehicle.

24. If you are finding it difficult to
clean the PCV valve, then take
your Mini to a repair shop for
getting it cleaned.

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