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Archive for August, 2009
Oil Consumption
Engine oil consumption is a problem nobody wants. Most new engines today use less than half a quart of oil in 3,000 miles. Some use almost no oil. But as the miles accumulate, wear and oil consumption naturally go up. Using a quart of oil every 1,000 miles is not unusual for a high mileage [...]
Diagnosing Engine Noise
ENGINE CLICKING NOISES A clicking or tapping noise that gets louder when you rev the engine is probably “tappet” or upper valvetrain noise caused by one of several things: low oil pressure, excessive valve lash, or worn or damaged parts. First, check the engine dipstick to see if the oil level is low. If low, [...]
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