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Old 07-22-2007, 11:50 AM
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About 1900 miles into my oil changes, either my LOW OIL light comes on, or my oil is below the ADD level. Checked for leaks personally and at Dealer. They said the pressure is fine, and nothing seems off, but this doesn't seem normal. I need to add at least 2 quarts to keep it goin to the next oil change. Any ideas/suggestions?
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How many miles are on your engine?
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About 1900 miles into my oil changes, either my LOW OIL light comes on, or my oil is below the ADD level. Checked for leaks personally and at Dealer. They said the pressure is fine, and nothing seems off, but this doesn't seem normal. I need to add at least 2 quarts to keep it goin to the next oil change. Any ideas/suggestions?
Check for oil in your PCV system. These engines are noted for sucking oil in thru the PCV.
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just hit 82k
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I had the same problem in my old engine- it was valve seals and i had a old set of ported heads that had cracked valve guides- so maybe somethings to think about. good luck
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same problem here
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Mines been eating oil too..... But not the rate your losing it, i've put in half a quart in the past 2 weeks. My car only has 58k on the clock




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