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How often should I replace the valve cover on my Cruze?

How often should I replace the valve cover on my Cruze?

If the intake manifold PCV check valve has failed and you only replace the valve cover, you will find yourself replacing valve covers every few months not knowing why. Pull the corrugated hose off from the base, taking care not to pull from the hose itself as it may crack or tear. Using a flashlight, look inside the hole.

Where is the check valve on a Cruze?

If you are facing the engine bay from the front, there should be an orange/pink/peach nipple/valve on the “back” of that hole that looks like this: If you don’t see that check valve, use q-tips and rubbing alcohol to clean that area and check again. If you still don’t see it, this must be addressed.

When to replace the valve cover on a 1.4L turbo?

The valve cover of the 1.4L Turbo engine houses the PCV system. Whether due to a leak in the gasket or a failure in the PCV system, this valve cover may need to be replaced. It is covered under the 5 year, 100,000 mile warranty from GM, but you may choose to perform the service yourself under certain conditions.

What’s the valve number on a Dorman Cruze?

Dorman has begun releasing an option. However, this option has the same check valve design as the GM manifold, meaning it will be prone to failure and boost leaks, and is not serviceable. The part number is 615-380, but availability is currently limited.

If the intake manifold PCV check valve has failed and you only replace the valve cover, you will find yourself replacing valve covers every few months not knowing why. Pull the corrugated hose off from the base, taking care not to pull from the hose itself as it may crack or tear. Using a flashlight, look inside the hole.

What to do about a Chevy Cruze oil leak?

Chevy Cruze Oil Leak – Turbo Oil Feed Line Replacement – FIXED! – Same for Sonic, Trax, and Encore Enjoy watching mechanical how-to, troubleshooting, and new products within the automotive world. Please provide any feedback within the videos by commenting.

If you are facing the engine bay from the front, there should be an orange/pink/peach nipple/valve on the “back” of that hole that looks like this: If you don’t see that check valve, use q-tips and rubbing alcohol to clean that area and check again. If you still don’t see it, this must be addressed.

The valve cover of the 1.4L Turbo engine houses the PCV system. Whether due to a leak in the gasket or a failure in the PCV system, this valve cover may need to be replaced. It is covered under the 5 year, 100,000 mile warranty from GM, but you may choose to perform the service yourself under certain conditions.

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