Why does this have condensation on oil filler cap

Asked by Bestroofer Apr 14, 2013 at 08:08 PM about the Chevrolet Cobalt

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

This 06 cobalt has condensation on the oil filler cap and a white residue on the dipstick. Still runs ok just wondering
what would cause this?   The coolant is still full and nothing is leaking!

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kbro answered 11 years ago

short trips not getting the engine to operating temp. for very long.

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tenspeed answered 11 years ago

It takes around 30 minutes of running to get the oil up to normal temperatures. Change the oil since spring is here and warmer days are coming soon.

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TPD answered 11 years ago

go back and re-check the radiator level or the overflow container.white residue on oil cap!!

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