1996 Volkswagen Golf white stuff in oil lid

1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
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HEATHER0915
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Engine Mechanical problem
1996 Volkswagen Golf 4 cyl Manual 150000 miles

there is white stuff in oil lid and the oil light beeps for a while then goes off. like on and off
Mar 17, 2009 at 4:15 AM
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BILLYMAC
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change oil and filter have oil pressure tested with manual gusge. if pressure is normal replace oil sender
Mar 31, 2009 at 12:27 PM
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WAYNEFRASER
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[quote:8506e8ed0f="heather0915"]Engine Mechanical problem
1996 Volkswagen Golf 4 cyl Manual 150000 miles

there is white stuff in oil lid and the oil light beeps for a while then goes off. like on and off[/quote:8506e8ed0f]

White creamy stuff is a sign there is water getting into the oil. Usually caused from a bad head gasket or cracked head.
May 9, 2009 at 1:26 PM
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