PCV Valve/tube on Chev 5.3

[captddh]

I went to replace this and its not coming out. Doesn't seem to be threaded so maybe just need to apply more force. Obviously I don't want to break anything. Any tips on how to do it?

Lots of great mechanics on this site,...thanks for your help!

BTW, the reason I want to replace it is due to unexplained (and sudden) use of oil at 86,000 miles. I took a finish nail and tried to clear it out. It seemed to have worked. Hoping it's nothing more.

 

[uncle_ed]

The pcv should just pull out so try a little more force. I hope that is the fix on the oil usage. Let us know!

 

[emunson]

The PCV valve is part of the valve cover and on some trucks you cant replace just the PVC valve. You have to replace the valve cover.