Dorman 42325 PCV Valve Grommet

PCV Valve Grommet for Ford and Mercury

Dorman 42325 is a rubber PCV valve grommet made to match the fit and function of the original grommet on specified vehicles. It provides a direct replacement for valve cover mounting on Ford LTD, Mustang, Thunderbird, and Mercury Capri, Cougar, and Marquis applications from the early 1980s through 1986.

• Rubber construction for dependable sealing and flexibility
• Push-on attachment method for valve cover installation
• Inside diameter: 0.71 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.87 in.
• Thickness: 0.46 in.
• Direct replacement for Dorman 42325

Detailed Product Overview

This PCV valve grommet is engineered to restore the connection between the PCV valve and the valve cover on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. Dorman 42325 is built to match original fit and function, helping maintain a secure seal at the valve cover opening. It is a practical replacement for 1983-1986 Ford LTD, Mustang, and Thunderbird models, as well as 1983-1986 Mercury Capri, Cougar, and Marquis models. This part cross-references Standard Ignition GV25 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or hardened PCV valve grommet material
• Loose PCV valve fit at the valve cover
• Vacuum leaks at the PCV valve opening
• Oil seepage around a worn valve cover grommet
• Improper sealing caused by age-related rubber deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the grommet by pushing it onto the valve cover opening, then seat the PCV valve fully into place. Confirm the valve cover opening is clean and free of debris before installation. Verify vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering, especially for 1983 vehicles with the listed production-date notes and 1984-1986 Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri fitment.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement grommet to match original fit and function and to deliver durable, reliable performance in the specified applications. Part number 42325 is built for direct replacement use on the listed Ford and Mercury vehicles.