This vehicle looses oil but does not leave any.

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2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
37,000 MILES

This vehicle looses oil but does not leave any signs on the floor. This has happened twice in the past year. It was found to be down at least 4 quarts both times. I have already replaced the torn oil pan gasket, a cracked water pump balance shaft chain tensioner & bracket, and a damaged camshaft. Do you think these repairs will take care of the problem or am I looking at more issues down the road?

Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 AT 7:19 PM

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CARADIODOC

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It is considered normal for an engine to use a little oil but not four quarts. How long are you going between oil changes? Also, are you checking the level with the engine off or running?

You might consider adding a small bottle of dye to the oil. When there is a sudden loss of oil, check with a black light. The dye will show up as a bright yellow stain that you can follow back to the source. Don't forget to check at the tail pipe.

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Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 AT 8:17 PM