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sweet Oct 22, 2011 04:25 PM

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?

TexasHonda Oct 22, 2011 06:11 PM

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.

good luck

smaglik Oct 24, 2011 10:48 AM

Why would you open it when it is running? You throwing in an additive?


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