Originally posted by tiv:

Also, if the engine leaks at the valve cover gasket, it can
be a sign of increased blowby/crankcase pressure.
Just for good measure, get the PCV valve replaced by the dealer.
They should do it for free (your car is below 60K mi) and it's a PITA to do it yourself.

Tiv



That was good advice on the PCV valve.

Thanks to everybody on the replies.

------------------------------------------------- 1996SE sports package, Duratec MTX No mods yet. 80K Kilometers. ------------------------------------------------- Wife has 1996GL Zetec ATX.