1999 Pontiac Trans Would Causing Condensation Build Check Oil Pull Dip

1999 PONTIAC TRANS AM
18,466 MILES
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ANDREWJ
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need to know what would be causing condensation to build up, like when we check the oil and pull the dip stick out there is a lot of condensation on the stick, like there is water in the oil, what could be happening there? please advise, and thanks again, Debbie Cooper
Feb 5, 2013 at 9:34 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Replace the PCV valve and Oil and properly warming up your vehicle atleast for 10mins before you move it-
Feb 5, 2013 at 9:48 PM
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ANDREWJ
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we also replace the every 3,000 miles or before, due to the high mileage of it, I always warm my car up at least 10 to 15min before I go anywhere, just a habit of mind.
Feb 5, 2013 at 10:14 PM
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Next thing to do have it pressure tested to ID a leak-Try replacing the PCV valve if you haven't and see what happens
Feb 5, 2013 at 11:09 PM
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