N52 PCV Vent hose to valve cover..how to remove?

Big_CG · 09-08-2014, 09:56 AM

So in the process of removing this hose, it broke. Now I'm trying to remove the electrical connector..cant figure it out. The clearance to access is almost nothing. Can it be removed without pulling the intake manifold? Is the electrical connector just a push connector or is there a snap lock?

Taskmaster · 09-08-2014, 10:13 AM

Looks like a snap lock. The top stub locks in with the connection - you'll have to "peel" them apart.

thomas88162 · 09-08-2014, 10:44 AM

For future reference, the removal of the vent hose can be aided greatly by lightly applying a hose clamp around the part your are normally supposed to squeeze. Makes the removal process much smoother. As for the electrical connector, yes you need to raise the male side's plastic tab up to clear the "stump" depicted in the OP.

andrey_gta · 09-08-2014, 07:11 PM

Needle nose large pliers & careful giggle.

Big_CG · 09-10-2014, 10:39 AM

Has anyone successfully repaired a broken hose? The connection to the valve cover broke off from the rest of the hose. This thing is such a pain in the ass to access, If I can just reseal it that would be great. I bought some silicone wrap and repair tape

http://www.amazon.com/3M-03625-Wrap-.../dp/B00G25GOCA

thomas88162 · 09-10-2014, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by el_capitan

Has anyone successfully repaired a broken hose? The connection to the valve cover broke off from the rest of the hose. This thing is such a pain in the ass to access, If I can just reseal it that would be great. I bought some silicone wrap and repair tape

http://www.amazon.com/3M-03625-Wrap-.../dp/B00G25GOCA

You could just repair it, but frankly why not just buy a new hose? What are they? $10 if not, $20? plastic gets brittle over time.

7786 · 09-10-2014, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by el_capitan

Has anyone successfully repaired a broken hose? The connection to the valve cover broke off from the rest of the hose. This thing is such a pain in the ass to access, If I can just reseal it that would be great. I bought some silicone wrap and repair tape

http://www.amazon.com/3M-03625-Wrap-.../dp/B00G25GOCA

Do you mind taking a pic of where it broke? I'm about to change my valve cover gasket this weekend and keep hearing about people breaking this hose, would be helpful to know exactly where they've been breaking.

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Originally Posted by thomas88162

You could just repair it, but frankly why not just buy a new hose? What are they? $10 if not, $20? plastic gets brittle over time.

Unfortunately it's a $50 part.

thomas88162 · 09-11-2014, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 7786

Do you mind taking a pic of where it broke? I'm about to change my valve cover gasket this weekend and keep hearing about people breaking this hose, would be helpful to know exactly where they've been breaking.

Because of the combination that they are ROUGH with them and they get brittle. Trust me, the hose clamp trick REALLY does help. It makes you much less likely to get mean with it because it pops right off!

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Originally Posted by 7786

Unfortunately it's a $50 part.

Okay, I'll admit that is steep. I would still just replace it, biting the bullet. If you can come up with a leak free, lasting repair then go for it.

mlifxs · 09-11-2014, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by thomas88162

For future reference, the removal of the vent hose can be aided greatly by lightly applying a hose clamp around the part your are normally supposed to squeeze. Makes the removal process much smoother. As for the electrical connector, yes you need to raise the male side's plastic tab up to clear the "stump" depicted in the OP.

that is such a great idea.

thomas88162 · 09-11-2014, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mlifxs

that is such a great idea.

At least using this method you won't be out a vent hose

Big_CG · 09-21-2014, 10:55 PM

For reference that silicone tape worked great to reconnect and seal the hose

bmwsucks2 · 11-16-2017, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Big_CG

For reference that silicone tape worked great to reconnect and seal the hose

finally found a solution!!!

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