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1998 Saturn Astra Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas, Engine, Mechanic.
Mileage: 177,000 miles.

Asked on March 19, 2011

Saturn sl2

I just purchased a 1998 saturn sl2. oil is rising into the plugs. my mechanic friend removed the top and installed a new gasket and sealed the cover. we took it for a test drive and the oil is still rising to the top of the engine around the plugs. any suggestions.
Avatar Asked by edsel

Answer

Replied on March 19, 2011

Sounds like your technician is not doing it properly-See below

NOTE: Engines are assembled with black composite cam covers.

REMOVAL

Remove Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PVC) valve hose.

Remove cam cover fasteners.
Remove the cam cover assembly.
INSTALLATION

NOTE: Inspect the cam cover isolations for cracks. Replace the isolators if deterioration exist. Gaskets over one year old may take a set and should be replaced. Gaskets under one year old do not need replacement. A small drop of RTV must be installed at the two T-joints whenever the cam cover is installed.

Install new cam cover gaskets, if removed.
Install the cam cover assembly.
Install the PVC valve hose.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on March 19, 2011

I took the car back to my mechanic and apparently the problem was the pcv valve. it was stopped up. i hope this is a permanent fix. thanks for your answer as i was and still am uncertain. so far we drove it over 40 miles and no leak.

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