1994 Ford Escort Hydraulic Lifters and Camshaft Replaced

1994 FORD ESCORT
130,664 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SOR05GA
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Replaced lifters and camshaft, car will start but shuts off when put in gear. Also, oil is backing up and coming out of dipstick?
Jul 12, 2008 at 2:47 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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What was giong on that made you replace cam/lifters?
Oil out the dip stick tube is caused by blowby. Excessive crankcase pressure. Check PVC valve ,hose connection need steady vaccum. If all is good then worn rings is the only other possibility.
Jul 12, 2008 at 3:11 PM
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