Q: Can leaks in the valve cover gasket affect the performance and power of a VW Touareg V8?

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My plugs soak oil and the performance of the car is poor. It does not accelerate very well.

My car has 180000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Misfire
2004
Volkswagen
leaks
Touareg
Spark Plugs
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