Q: Hi Brandon, I have a 2004 Camry V6 3.3 L will the pcv replacement fix excess oil consumption or am I looking at engine/ring/piston
excessive oil consumption. Saw sludge while replacing lower and upper oil pan gaskets. Runs well just a bit sluggish during pickup
My car has 90000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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