problem with my 5.4

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01-30-2008, 03:44 PM

marioc956

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problem with my 5.4

I have a 2002 f150 5.4 4x4 the problem is it waste oil for some reason doesnt leak no oil in water and no water on dipstick doesnt smoke maybe just a little when I turn it on where does the oil go.

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01-30-2008, 07:06 PM

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on my 00 F250 with the 5.4 I had the same problem, it ended up being a PCV valve failure... like a 5 dollar part from ford..

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01-31-2008, 07:04 AM

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I agree, try the PCV valve first.

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01-31-2008, 11:03 PM

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How much is it using in 1K miles?

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02-01-2008, 09:35 AM

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Ive changed the pvc valve and still does the same about 1qrt. of oil every 2 weeks

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02-01-2008, 09:16 PM

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and you're sure she's not leaking anywhere?

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02-04-2008, 04:51 PM

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Positive shes not leaking what can it be would it be my valve seals or piston rings

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