1998 Volkswagen Jetta Air intake valve

1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
101,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FRANK45
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When I replaced my air filter noriced what looks like oil at air filter end of air intake. Near top what looks like a round cylinder ??? connected to the air intake . there was oil that was mcaked up on top. what could the problem be and how do I fix.
Mar 17, 2009 at 12:07 PM
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ZACKMAN
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Just spray some brake cleaner on the caked-on oil stain and wipe clean. Then check the operations of your PCV valve. If it has not been replaced for the past couple of years, just install a new one.
Mar 18, 2009 at 1:09 AM
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