Water in oil?

2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM
107,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PEACHES37411
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I got an oil change and was informed that there may be water mixing with the oil from the look of the dip stip. There was no evidence of water in the oil pan. They advised me to have it check and stated it could be condensation because it has been so cold.
Nov 29, 2010 at 12:53 AM
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ERNEST CLARK
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It's certainly possible. If a PVC valve gets stuck, it'll sometimes show up in the oil.

Have the PVC valve checked. Also, pressure check the cooling system to be sure. If these to check out, then observe the condition of the oil again after a couple hundred miles. And if you experience ANY over heating, shut it down immediately and take it to a shop.
Nov 29, 2010 at 1:05 AM