Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
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If the crankcase breather is not maintained on a regular basis, it can become plugged. A plugged breather will cause excessive crankcase pressure that may cause crankshaft seal leakage. |
- Raise the hood. See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Compartment Hood - Raise/Lower".
- Loosen breather outlet hose clamp (1) .
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- Remove the hose from engine crankcase breather (2) .
- Unscrew bolt (3) on the top of the breather and remove the engine crankcase breather.
- Check the condition of the breather seal. If the seal is damaged, replace the breather seal.
- Wash the element and the breather cover in a clean, nonflammable solvent.
- Shake the element or use air pressure to dry the element.
- Install engine crankcase breather (2) and bolt (3). Tighten the bolt to a torque of 7 ± 2 N·m (62 ± 18 lb in).
- Inspect the hoses for damage. If necessary, replace the hoses.
- Install the hoses and tighten clamp (1) .
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