WebFeb 16, 2012 · The white film under the oil cap is usually caused from driving the vehicle on short trips without allowing the engine to come up to full operating temperature to drive … WebApr 16, 2024 · Since the oil filler cap is located at the top of the engine and is in contact with the cold outside air, the vapors condense inside the …
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WebJun 26, 2015 · You're right Richy that it water in the oil, but that is resultant from condensation forming from a cold engine which is normal, and if the car is used for short journeys the oil doesn't warm up enough to get all the moisture content evaporated off. Incidentally a gallon of petrol burning produces a gallon of water too which is expelled … WebFeb 24, 2016 · The car only get used for short trips in an evening and I wondered if it was caused by dampness/cold weather and the oil not getting warmed up fully. Car runs fine and no problem with overheating or heating blowing hot/cold etc.stretched my arm in and removed the oil cap from the top of the engine and no gunge on that. poo changes
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WebDec 21, 2008 · White Gunge On Oil Filler Cap - posted in Problems, Questions and Technical: Hey all, Just checked my oil and had a little white gunge on inside my cap ( around the edges ) Instantly gulped thinking headgasket, but dipstick is fine, inside rocker cover is fine, had engine pressure / gasket check about 2 weeks ago and all was fine..... WebFeb 7, 2012 · I wasn't actually running the car with the oil cap off, I was just checking the state of gunge on the underside of the cap. That is when I noticed the bubbling type of … WebFeb 12, 2007 · I have a felicia with a 1.6 engine. When i checked the fluids today I noticed a lot of gunge on the oil filler cap and on looking at it closer there was a lot in the top of the engine. The oil on the dipstick is fine - still looks new and the water has no sign of any oil in it. The car runs fine ... shapes up to 10 sides