With these systems, any blow-by in excess of the system capacity, from a badly worn engine, sustained heavy load, etc., is exhausted into the air intake passages and is drawn into the engine.

Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system depends upon a sealed engine. If oil sludging or dilution is noted and the crankcase ventilation system is functioning properly, inspect the engine for a possible cause. Correct any problems.

If an engine is idling rough, inspect for a clogged crankcase ventilation valve, a dirty vent filter or air cleaner element, or a plugged hose. Replace any components as required. Refer to the following procedure:

1. Remove the PCV foul air tube from the PCV valve.
2. Operate the engine at idle.
3. Place your thumb over the end of the PCV valve in order to check for a vacuum. If there is no vacuum at the valve, check for the following items:

•	Any plugged hoses

•	The manifold port