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Symptoms of bad PCV?

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Old Dec 30, 2013 | 10:14 AM
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Just wondering what are some common systems of a PCV system that is needing change? I don't really have any symptoms yet but what are some common symptoms? Thanks
 
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Old Dec 30, 2013 | 10:28 AM
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Old Dec 30, 2013 | 01:11 PM
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It's often the case that the PCV system isn't checked until the pressure its failure causes in the crankcase starts pushing oil past seals. A simple check involves removing the dipstick while the car's running: if smoke starts coming out, a clogged PCV system is a very likely cause.
 
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