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05 caravan engine oil is going down have to add between oil changes . i don't see any leaks and it doesn't seem to be burning any either is there a reason for concern . if yes is there anything i can do to fix it? i use syntice oil .
i added about 1.5 liters on 10'000 km. sorry about these metric # i'm from canada.i added about 1.5 liters on 10'000 km. sorry about these metric # i'm from canada.
thanks for your help i'm not so worried now.thanks for your help i'm not so worried now.
AnonymousApr 05, 2009
is it posable to get better fuel milage with my 2005 duramax ? tires are 265 i have an air raide air filter . i get about 525 km on a tank it holds about 95 liters . any help would be great thanks.is it posable to get better fuel milage with my 2005 duramax ? tires are 265 i have an air raide air filter . i get about 525 km on a tank it holds about 95 liters . any help would be great thanks.
How much oil are you adding between oil changes, and how many miles do you drive before you change the oil? Some oil consumption is normal, but need the above info to determine how much you use. Also, what is the current mileage on the van? Regular oil may not go down as quickly as synthetic, and synthetic oil is usually changed with more miles than regular oil. allowing more time for minor leaks, consumption, etc making it more noticeable, and seem like it's a problem, when it could be normal.
How much oil are you adding between oil changes, and how many miles do you drive before you change the oil? Some oil consumption is normal, but need the above info to determine how much you use. Also, what is the current mileage on the van? Regular oil may not go down as quickly as synthetic, and synthetic oil is usually changed with more miles than regular oil. allowing more time for minor leaks, consumption, etc making it more noticeable, and seem like it's a problem, when it could be normal.
there is nothing u can do to fix this if it is excessive, but 1st how much oil do u add per 1000 miles driven?there is nothing u can do to fix this if it is excessive, but 1st how much oil do u add per 1000 miles driven?
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Re: 05 caravan engine oil is going down have to add...
That is not excessive oil consumption, 10,000 KM is about 6,400 miles, 1.5 Liters is about 1.1 quarts, this is excellent, my brand new Dodge Magnum uses more oil than this.
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White smoke is burning engine oil.
mostly when Engine oil is changed or topped up
little oil get dropped and when engine heats up. it burns the oil.
but once oil is burnt then no more smoke is there.
Most likely the engine is burning oil but very low grade fuel can have a similar effect. If the engine runs well and smoothly I suggest you suspect the valve stem seals have deteriorated though it is difficult to prove without some dismantling.
It is known the oil seals of certain engines seem more affected by the additives in some engine oils. I suggest you monitor engine oil consumption accurately for a while and then add a can of oil seal rejunevanator. If the consumption improves it virtually proves it is the valve oil seals (if there are no other external leaks).
have it checked for oil leaks, if there is no oil leaks or small leaks that won`t justify the amount of oil your losing then you engine is burning the oil. it could be stuck oil rings. there is chemicals that you can add to the oil to see if they will free up and stop burning oil. just because you don`t see a lot of smoke out the tailpipe doesn`t mean its not burning oil. another thing to check is the PCV valve as if it isn`t working properly can cause oil burning as well.
there`s only 2 ways to lose oil. one is a leak somewhere from the motor the other is the motor is burning oil. just because you don`t see smoke doesn`t mean its not burning oil. you don`t say how much oil your losing between oil changes. if its only about 1/1.5 litres between oil changes then this is a normal lose which means its burning slightly.
it is nt uncommon to have to top up by half a litre of oil or so between servies. Also the harder you drive the car the more oil it will burn as there is more crankcase wear and also more heat produced. If there is no leak its burning it im afraid, there is no other explanations
The engine can burn alot of coolant before you see any smoke. And having a cooling leak in the engine could cause it to run hot at times. If you are adding coolant every week and don't see any leaks, the engine has to be burning it. Most of the time it is a blown head gasket and cracked head or block.
its not leaking but is probably burning it,the milage is fairly high so there is probably wear on the rings and valve guides, using two litres between oill changes is not that much in reality, the only cure is to have the engine rebuilt, your best bet is to live with it
Sounds like you have a blown head gasket. Check your oil and see if it is a light brownish color. If it is don`t run the engine any more. The water is going into the oil. This is something most people need to have done at a repair shop and is a difficult job.
My 1993 voyager is like that. It may burn some , it definitely leaks some , and it could be just sending some through the PCV valve. Oil leaks and burning oil causes pollution . If you can fix it with a new seal or a valve cover gasket it is easier than constantly checking your oil. Temperature, trailering, speed, outdoor temperature, and engine RPM all can be factors if you are losing oil. If your engine is a quart down, the engine oil consumption rate doubles or triples. In other words the lower the oil level the faster it disappears. High mile cars will drive for years as long as you add oil when it is needed (keep the oil level between the marks). Fix any obvious leaks. Then determine your oil change interval (3000 miles, 4000 miles, 5000 miles). I change between 4000 and 5000 miles. If i am a quart low at 3500 I add a quart. If I am a quart low at 4500 miles I just change the oil in the car. A good practice is to carry a quart of oil in your vehicle just in case you need it. It is far cheaper to add a quart when needed than to go to the dealer once to maybe fix a problem that they may not be able to find or fix. Older engines (even some newer ones) just use oil , especially in hotter climates. Fix the obvious and carry a quart.
i added about 1.5 liters on 10'000 km. sorry about these metric # i'm from canada.
thanks for your help i'm not so worried now.
is it posable to get better fuel milage with my 2005 duramax ? tires are 265 i have an air raide air filter . i get about 525 km on a tank it holds about 95 liters . any help would be great thanks.
How much oil are you adding between oil changes, and how many miles do you drive before you change the oil? Some oil consumption is normal, but need the above info to determine how much you use. Also, what is the current mileage on the van? Regular oil may not go down as quickly as synthetic, and synthetic oil is usually changed with more miles than regular oil. allowing more time for minor leaks, consumption, etc making it more noticeable, and seem like it's a problem, when it could be normal.
there is nothing u can do to fix this if it is excessive, but 1st how much oil do u add per 1000 miles driven?
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