yup, PCV changed 2-3k miles ago.

my VX was making the "diesel-type" sound for awhile, but i checked the EGR and it looked to be ok.

triathlete: i agree... they're gonna put some cheap 10w-30 and a "ZU filter (who even makes that filter i wonder?).

oh well, i guess i gotta play their game, so i'll go ahead through it and see where it takes me. i'll keep you all posted.