Ok, so a while back I was going to replace the PCV valve and I noticed that the PCV valve on my car has a clamp on it. The clamp is attached to the engine so I can't remove the pcv valve with out moving the clamp. I thought about cutting it off but if the clamp serves a greater purpose I might do more harm than good if I remove it. Not sure what the deal is with is...Has anyone ever seen anything like this before?

2005, 3.4 L V6.

PS. I have a pic in my album...would like to upload it in the post...if anyone knows how I'd appreciate the instructions on how to do this...Thanks!

 

Here's your pic , I dont know about the valve clamp..

 

Thanks for posting the pic...

I've seen other V6s like mine on the internet and they don't have that clamp...???

 

The hold down keeps the pcv valve seated properly so a vacuum leak doesn't develop. Remove the screw retaining the hold down and the valve will pull out.