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PCV System: Description

NOTE: Diesel Pickup models do not use a PCV system.

The crankcase ventilation system is designed to return blow-by gases to engine, through intake manifold and air cleaner. Gasoline models use a PCV valve to control blow-by flow, while Maxima diesel models have a crankcase emission control valve to perform the same function.

Fig 1: Crankcase Ventilation System (Gasoline Maxima & Non-Turbo 280ZX) Note direction of flow.
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