That’s simple compared to what I had to do on a 2001 maxima. The rubber part abroke off and went into valve cover. And the pcv valve just fell apart too brittle plastic. After 20 years the plastic and rubber was too brittle . Anyways it’s fine now. I had to retrofit an new pcv hose ment for a different Car for it By cutting it to length. And using different hose clamps. It Great idea for those who are DIY
You might not want to change the PC valve while the spark plug wells are completely exposed (as shown), just incase you drop something down in one or a piece of plastic or hose or other debris drops into the well by mistake, you'd have to fish it out if you can..
Hello. I have a 2010 Altima 2,5L 110K. I cleaned my valve cover 1 year ago but there is again little oil on it and around the pcv valve. Do I have a problem or is it the same with your altima? TY
If you have oil around it, the valve may need to be tightened some more, or the hose on it may need replacement. You could try a clamp on the hose if there isn't any right now. Good luck with your project!- Mike
That does seem expensive. Most private shops have a 1/2 or 1 hour minimum charge- 80$ to $100 sounds more reasonable. "Steal"erships are always more expensive. Good luck with your future repairs/preventative maintenance!- Mike
@@reefym2627 I was a line mechanic In 3 different decalerships In Denver and what they're doing to owners of these new cars is criminal. That valve runs on vacuum with no electrical connections whatsoever same since the 70's. Then there is some black majic about changing the transmission fluid which is purely B.S. because they have capped off the dipstick which they've made it near impossible to get off. First order a dipstick from Amazon then remove the fluid and put that amount new back In. Drive it around for 20 minutes and see where the fluid is and add if necessary on the dipstick. This should be done at 30 thousand miles. The change at 60 thousand miles is a bit different changing 2 filters one in the pan and the cartridge one on the side of the transmission. However another walkway for a mechanic with over a room temperature I.Q..
@@genefoster8601 the new CVT for starters are just a money grab . We do a dozen a week easily. But you can’t overfill it . Because of the drain design. So if a customer wises up all they have to do is drain the old fluid and refill the tranny about 5-6 quarts. Let it drain while it’s running. It will stop when it’s ready to be plugged up again.
@@reefym2627 boy do you know what you talking about. EXACTLY. I didn't want to mention that second drain plug and complicate things even further because this is a DIY format. (YOU ARE SHARP).
If you're missing your black o-ring, I would reuse the one from your old PCV valve if it's reusable. The O-ring will help keep the oil from coming out around your PCV valve. Good luck with your project!- Mike
@@mikesdoityourself thanks! My 2014 Altima is at 115k miles and have started replacing things to ensure top performance. I have replaced the MAF sensor, spark plugs, brake rotors, upstream O2 sensor, and plan to replace the PCV and Fuel injectors next. Anything else I should consider swapping out? Fuel filter/fuel pump?
@@atlchopper2008 - I would start with replacing vehicle's fluids - transaxle, brake, steering, coolant, etc., then like you've done- filters, spark plugs and suspension parts. I would do brakes and tires as needed. - Mike
These types of hoses are readily available at the auto parts store available by the foot. All you need to do is take the hose or a piece of it so they can match up the diameter of the hose and then tell them how long of a hose you want. Good luck on your project!- Mike
I opened my oil fill while the engine is running since it's been acting up . Theres pressure coming out of the oil fill and was told I need to replace my PVC valve..Is this true?
I have a p0101 code that keeps popping up I had already spent 600$ on replacing MAF sensor and still comes up would that mean I have to reprogram my ECU ?
@@Imacksz94 I would search tsb (technical service bulletin) Nissan Altima and your year in an internet search an see what comes up - the NHTSA may have info available too. Good luck!- Mike
And Nissan is asking about $200 for this plus another $300 to "clean" everything. All to change a $20 plastic valve that eventually starts to stick over time.
That's preventative maintenance- replacing items before they go bad or at their recommended change interval. Also, it just shows people how to replace it. - Mike
The part was $25. For me it was causing the car to trigger a traction control issue and go into limp mode. At least the dealership told me this was the cause. Just replaced it myself. Haven’t seen the issue since
The service bulletin is for 2013 - 2015 Nissan Altima's if your getting a rough idle at start up when the vehicle is at ambient temperature. The bulletin says to replace an orange valve with the black one. The bulletin continues on with describing ECM programming if needed. I haven't had this issue yet with my Altima but now I know what the problem might be if it happens. Good job on giving people the heads up on the situation. - Mike
I just bought my Orange one from Nissan dealer today and replaced the black one they installed about a year ago. I mean if the orange one is faulty, why are they still selling it on the Nissan website? And on the website, it says Orange one is for 2013 2.5L Altima The all black one was for 2018+ Altima. There was also a Black with Green tip one for 3.5L Altima. Confuse as hell!
@@WanderingMentally00 brought the orange one back to the dealer. They say as long as yours doesn’t have a rough idol, then it’s fine to use the orange one. But they are kind enough to just give me a black one instead. I would say if your orange one is working fine. Then keep it. If it really mind boggling you, then just get a black one for the peace of mind.
