Standard Ignition V268 PCV Valve

PCV Valve for Ford and Mercury Applications

Standard Ignition V268 is a PCV valve assembly built for emission control service on select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda vehicles. It uses a push-on attachment method, an angled nipple orientation, and two hose connectors for a direct replacement in crankcase ventilation systems.

• PCV valve complete assembly for emission control repair
• Push-on attachment method for straightforward hose connection
• Angled nipple orientation for routing in tight engine bays
• Two hose connectors
• Fits select Ford Taurus, Ford Aerostar, Ford Ranger, Mercury Sable, Mercury Topaz, Ford Probe, and Mazda B3000 applications

Fitment and Application Details

Compatible with 1986-1995 Ford Taurus, 1986-1994 Ford Aerostar, 1991-1994 Ford Ranger, 1990-1992 Ford Probe, 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, 1992-1994 Mercury Topaz, and 1994 Mazda B3000. Standard Ignition V268 is a direct-fit PCV valve assembly for vehicles listed in the fitment data, including long-tail searches such as PCV valve for 1986-1995 Ford Taurus and PCV valve for 1986-1994 Ford Aerostar.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excess crankcase pressure
• Rough idle caused by ventilation flow issues
• Oil vapor buildup in the crankcase ventilation system
• Vacuum-related drivability concerns tied to a worn PCV valve
• Emission control faults related to crankcase ventilation performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify hose routing, connector orientation, and the existing PCV system layout before installation. The angled nipple design helps with fitment in confined engine compartments, and the push-on connection style is intended for vehicles using this configuration. Confirm the application against your vehicle’s year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures emission components with process control from component production through finished assembly. The brand’s engineering focus is on addressing common OE failure points with replacement parts built for emission system service.

This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 045-0281 and Four Seasons 28027 for the same application.