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oil consumption

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by glidestreet, Jun 6, 2021.

  1. Jun 6, 2021 at 4:48 PM
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    glidestreet

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    so i have a 2009 tacoma with 4cyl and 5spd it seems to go through oil a qt. every 2 weeks replaced the pcv valve any other thought i am running 5w20 high mileage oil
     
  2. Jun 6, 2021 at 5:34 PM
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    Jimmyh

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    Any sign of a leak or oil smoke from the exhaust?

    Watch the exhaust when started after sitting overnight. Does it smoke a puff? Have someone follow you and watch for smoking when you shift gears. If it does it seems you may have worn valve seals and guides.
     
  3. Jun 6, 2021 at 7:31 PM
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    Knute

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    What is the mileage?
    Service history?

    Could be piston rings, valve seals, gasket seepage, leaks........
     
  4. Jun 7, 2021 at 5:20 AM
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    ARB1977

    ARB1977 It’s a beaut Clark

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    Try a 5W30 HM oil.
     
  5. Jun 7, 2021 at 5:26 AM
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    Marshall R

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    A quart every 2 weeks doesn't tell us much. A quart every 3000 miles or more is not a problem. A quart every 1000 miles or less is.
     

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