Excessive Engine Oil Consumption
Diagnostic procedure
- Check for oil leaks.
- Check for worn valve guide(s); or worn valve seal(s) - Refer to: Valve Clearance Adjustment or Valve Inspection .
- Check for a damaged or worn piston ring(s) - Refer to: Piston, Ring, Pin, and Connecting Rod Inspection or Block and Piston Inspection .
- Check for damaged or worn engine internal parts (cylinder wall, pistons, etc.) - Refer to: Block and Piston Inspection or Cylinder Bore Honing .
Also check for
Check the maintenance records as engine oil that is worn out burns off at a higher rate