Oil Consumption Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Checks |
Causes |
| Excessive oil consumption, not due to leaks, is the use of 1 L (1 qt) or greater of engine oil within 3 200 kilometers (2,000 miles). |
| Preliminary |
The causes of excessive oil consumption may include the following conditions:
- External oil leaks
Refer to Oil Leak Diagnosis .
- Incorrect oil level or improper reading of the oil level indicator
With the vehicle on a level surface, run the engine for a few minutes. Allow adequate drain down time, 2-3 minutes, and inspect for the correct engine oil level.
- Improper oil viscosity
Refer to the vehicle owners manual and use the recommended SAE grade and viscosity for the prevailing temperatures.
- Continuous high speed driving and/or severe usage
- Crankcase ventilation system restrictions or malfunctioning components
- Worn valve guides and/or valve stems
- Worn or improperly installed valve stem oil seals
- Piston rings broken, worn, or not seated properly
Allow adequate time for the rings to seat.
Replace worn piston rings, as necessary.
- Piston and rings improperly installed or not fitted to the cylinder bore
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