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When I open the engine oil cap, what is supposed to happen?

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Old Oct 22, 2011 | 04:25 PM
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Default When I open the engine oil cap, what is supposed to happen?

So, when I open the engine oil cap while the car is running I get this pvvvvfff noise, the motor doesn't change as far as hesitation or anything, just feels like air coming out. Is that normal?
 
Old Oct 22, 2011 | 06:11 PM
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Air should go in as crankcase is maintained below atmospheric to insure crankcase gas is recycled through the PCV and into the engine. No harm in removing oil filler cap w/ engine running but you may see a little outgasing due to loss of vacuum.

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Old Oct 24, 2011 | 10:48 AM
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Why would you open it when it is running? You throwing in an additive?
 
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