Is it normal for the car to use a quart of oil between oil change.

2009 BMW 328
50,000 MILES
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BROWNTIMOTHYR
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I got a quart low indication at 50000 mile. I have the oil changed as directed by the on board computer recommendation which is usually around every 15000 miles. The dealer said that it is normal for the car to use a quart of oil between changes. Is this true?
Feb 16, 2012 at 6:26 PM
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FIXITMR
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use or seep/leak sounds reasonable.
Feb 16, 2012 at 6:52 PM
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BROWNTIMOTHYR
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there are no leaks so it would be use only. is that still reasonable?
Feb 20, 2012 at 7:58 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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What type and weight oil are you using?
Feb 20, 2012 at 8:36 AM
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BROWNTIMOTHYR
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I'm not sure what weight. It is a synthetic recommended by the dealer.
Feb 20, 2012 at 8:49 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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I wouldn't characterize it as "normal" but it's not unusual at all.
Feb 20, 2012 at 8:55 AM
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BROWNTIMOTHYR
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Thanks
Feb 20, 2012 at 8:56 AM
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