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5.7 Oil Consumption


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laxman21
01-02-2007, 11:04 AM
Does your 5.7 use any? If so, how much?

GMMerlin
01-02-2007, 03:27 PM
Does your 5.7 use any? If so, how much?
All engines require oil to lubricate and protect the load bearing and internal moving parts from wear including cylinder walls, pistons and piston rings. When a piston moves down its cylinder, a thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall. During the power stroke, part of this oil layer is consumed in the combustion process. As a result, varying rates of oil consumption are accepted as normal in all engines.


Excessive oil consumption, not due to leaks, is the use of 1 liter (1 quart) of engine oil within 3 200 kilometers (2,000 miles). However, during initial engine break-in periods 4 828-6 437 kilometers (3,000-4,000 miles), oil consumption may exceed 1 liter (1 quart) or more. The causes of excessive oil consumption include the following conditions:

External oil leaks Tighten the bolts and/or replace gaskets and oil seals as necessary.
Incorrect oil level or improper reading of oil level indicator With the vehicle on a level surface, allow adequate drain down time and check for the correct oil level.
Improper oil viscosity Use recommended SAE viscosity for the prevailing temperatures.
Continuous high speed driving and/or severe usage
Crankcase ventilation system restrictions or malfunctioning components
Valve guides and/or valve stem oil seals worn, damaged, or the seal omitted Ream the valve guides and install oversize service valves and/or new valve stem oil seals.
Piston rings broken, improperly installed, worn, or not seated properly Allow adequate time for the piston rings to seat. Replace broken or worn piston rings as necessary.
Piston improperly installed or miss-fitted

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