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2005 Vauxhall Meriva Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas, Compression, Compression test.
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Asked on March 22, 2010

Froth on filler cap

Engine Mechanical problem
2005 Vauxhall Meriva 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 32000 miles

OIL FILLER CAP COVERED IN A KIND OF FROTH WHEN TAKEN OF THE ROCKER COVER,COULD IT BE THE HEAD GASKET BLOWN OR LEAKING, BUT THE COOLANT DOES NOT LOSE ANY WATER AT ALL. JUST HAD A RESENT OIL & FILTER CHANGE
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Replied on March 23, 2010

have a compression test of cylinders to check headgasket .. could just be a low cost oil was used in the oil change .. giving off excess vapour !

Tiny Answered by Dave H (expert)
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