PTU Vent Filter

[SHOdded]

https://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php/topic,8591.msg129392.html#msg129392

 

[jbrown9999]

Thanks.  Didn't know how to do that.

 

[Bronco2fan]

I saw that part. I guess the question should be where does it come from? It's not a stock item? The filter is added to the PTU vent? So it's not something that's normally serviced? I know, lots of questions. But you never know unless you ask lol.

 

[SHO9987]

Quick update:
I went to ford to see how much a new vent/filter would cost (approx 21 bucks).  One of the service guys there told me the sole purpose of the vent is to obviously release the excess heat and gasses that are created in the PTU to prevent it from over heating and over pressurizing and damaging the seals (hence why ford had to previously replace my PTU seals under warranty, unfortunately they didn't replace the clogged vent while they were at it). 

I decided to give a mini breather filter a chance.  Like I said, I had my transmission shop replace the short tubing with longer 5/16" tubing so I could access the vent easier in the engine bay.  From there I trimmed down a universal connector and used a couple of clamps to secure the mini breather filter in place.  I kept it tucked in the back of the engine to protect it from any splashing water, the engine cover protects it nicely. 

I wish I had some hard data to compare before and after temps of the PTU.  But I can say for sure the burning smell is gone now which I think is the biggest indicator.

Search as I might I can't find the part number for that filter.  You said you got a price, what part number did you use?

Honestly I didn't have a part number, I just popped the whole vent off and took it in to ford.  They priced me for the tubing AND the vent.  Since I already had new and extended tubing on the car, I decided to go try the mini breather filter instead. 

 

[SHO9987]

I saw that part. I guess the question should be where does it come from? It's not a stock item? The filter is added to the PTU vent? So it's not something that's normally serviced? I know, lots of questions. But you never know unless you ask lol.

Here is a picture of the PTU with the tubing and OEM vent coming off of it.  When looking for this on your own car, it is going to be tucked down almost behind the engine.  It's to the left of the battery and underneath all the intake piping.  A strong work light will help you locate it.  I do believe this can be removed from under the car.  I attempted this, but it was too much of a PITA so I took the car to a transmission shop where they put it up on a lift and the task of removing the tubing became much easier. 

 

[Bronco2fan]

I saw that part. I guess the question should be where does it come from? It's not a stock item? The filter is added to the PTU vent? So it's not something that's normally serviced? I know, lots of questions. But you never know unless you ask lol.

Here is a picture of the PTU with the tubing and OEM vent coming off of it.  When looking for this on your own car, it is going to be tucked down almost behind the engine.  It's to the left of the battery and underneath all the intake piping.  A strong work light will help you locate it.  I do believe this can be removed from under the car.  I attempted this, but it was too much of a PITA so I took the car to a transmission shop where they put it up on a lift and the task of removing the tubing became much easier.

Thank you, that's exactly what I was needing. Now I have something else to look for and modify lol.

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[Macgyver]

I saw that part. I guess the question should be where does it come from? It's not a stock item? The filter is added to the PTU vent? So it's not something that's normally serviced? I know, lots of questions. But you never know unless you ask lol.

Here is a picture of the PTU with the tubing and OEM vent coming off of it.  When looking for this on your own car, it is going to be tucked down almost behind the engine.  It's to the left of the battery and underneath all the intake piping.  A strong work light will help you locate it.  I do believe this can be removed from under the car.  I attempted this, but it was too much of a PITA so I took the car to a transmission shop where they put it up on a lift and the task of removing the tubing became much easier.

Great Pic and thanks !!!

 

[jbrown9999]

Got one sent from Ford.  Now, I'll need to install it when I change my oil next time.  I'll just add it to my "severe maintenance" program.

 

[Bronco2fan]

Got one sent from Ford.  Now, I'll need to install it when I change my oil next time.  I'll just add it to my "severe maintenance" program.

Great. Can you post a pic and part number? Save me from searching endlessly.

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[jbrown9999]

Part number they sent (remember I haven't installed it yet)

DG1Z-7034-F

It was just over $22 shipped to my house.

I put the bill next to it to show its actual size.  Pretty small.

 

[polskifacet]

Also changed the PTU vent for a little breather/filter. The stock 1 is incredibly hard to blow through.

 

[SHOdded]

K&N or something else?

 

[polskifacet]

K&N or something else?

K&N at the moment. Thinking about swapping for a less obvious rattle cap one.