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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 04:51 AM
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I've got a 2001, S2000, with 2300 miles on it, so far I've had to add about 1qt. of oil to the engine, is this normal? Thanks, Eddie
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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 05:47 AM
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Yes, the car can have high consumption until the rings seat. Check it every gas stop and top off with a premium 10W30. Some engines and break-in regimes seat the rings quickly while others may take over 6K miles, but oil use should taper off and stop.
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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 09:57 AM
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........yes it's normal. Keep checking it!
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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 11:57 AM
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I had to add 2.5 quarts during the first 2000 miles too. Check your oil very frequently. I checked mine every morning before I left for work during my first 8000 miles. You'd be amazed how much oil the engine can consume in one day when you VTEC frequently.
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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 08:55 PM
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Thanks for the info, I've bought a few new cars in the past but none of them ever used oil like this. I was a little concerned. Thanks a bunch. Eddie
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