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Exhaust smoking after long idle

nitram2

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georgia
Year, Model & Trim Level
1998 Explorer, 4.0 SOHC
98 4.0 SOHC appears to be burning oil after idling for a few minutes, but not noticeable at any other time. Does this indicate valve seal problem or more serious ring problem ?
 






things that come to mind: clogged PCV valve, valve seals, worn piston rings.
 






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