Oil consumption on the 1.8t
01-26-2002, 02:44 PM
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Oil consumption on the 1.8t
Is it normal to consume between 1 1/2 to 2 qts every 4 to 5 k miles?
I bet the dealer will tell me this is standard until the warranty runs out.
Maybe turbo seals? it only has 40K on the car.
Thanks for the info,
Kirk
I bet the dealer will tell me this is standard until the warranty runs out.
Maybe turbo seals? it only has 40K on the car.
Thanks for the info,
Kirk
01-26-2002, 05:51 PM
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I had about 1 qt every 2500 miles with Mobil 1 10W-30, and then
I switched to Castrol Syntec 5W-50 and no consumption now. Maybe it's Mobil 1 vs Castrol Syntec, but I think it's the weight.
If you can, try a heavier oil at high temperature (the second number of the 5W-50).
Mine is a '98 1.8T.
If you can, try a heavier oil at high temperature (the second number of the 5W-50).
Mine is a '98 1.8T.
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01-27-2002, 10:14 PM
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I had one quart before first 5k, then another one between 10k+20k
I'm using 0w-40. It probably has to do with bringing on the boost before your oil has warmed up (oil is thinner when cold).
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