focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses

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Tue 11 Jan 2011 18:19
focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses - busman3856
i have oil sludge in the hoses leading from the emmisions control value through to the intercooler

engine runs fine slight black smoke on acceleration fully serviced but high mileage

any ideas of cause of sludge
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Tue 11 Jan 2011 21:09
focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses - Peter.N.

Oil mist condensation, no problem as long as its not causing a blockage.

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Tue 11 Jan 2011 21:20
focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses - busman3856

first elbow was quite thick and messy

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Wed 12 Jan 2011 00:56
focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses - Peter.N.

Its quite normal to have oil deposits in anything connected to the crank case breathing/air intake pipes but there will be more if the engine is worn. If its running OK I wouldn't worry about it but it might be a good idea to clean the pipes out if obstructed.

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