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No.16 High Oil Consumption/Leakage [L3 With TC]: Notes

HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION/LEAKAGE [L3 WITH TC] DESCRIPTION REFERENCE

16 HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION/LEAKAGE
DESCRIPTION  Oil consumption is excessive.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • PCV valve malfunction
  • Improper dipstick
  • Improper engine oil viscosity
  • Engine internal parts malfunction
  • Seal leakage at the compressor or turbine end of turbocharger (indicated by oil in housing on wheel)
  • Oil leakage