Burn oil, no leaks

IVETTE RIVERA

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2004 KIA OPTIMA
98,000 MILES

It come out white smoke when the oil is low. Took it to two mechanics no leak, change PCV valve and did a tune up. Do not know what to do? Any ideas please?

Saturday, July 8th, 2017 AT 9:03 AM

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HMAC300

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If it is still burning oil then it may be valve seals bad, but keep in mind how often you need to add oil if using one quart at 1000-1500 miles that is normal. See picture for location.

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Saturday, July 8th, 2017 AT 10:44 AM

IVETTE RIVERA

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So you think that the engine is still good.

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Saturday, July 8th, 2017 AT 10:55 AM

HMAC300

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It only has 98,000 on it and I have no idea how much oil you are burning, if it is in the range that I posted previously drive it.

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Saturday, July 8th, 2017 AT 11:17 AM

IVETTE RIVERA

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I could drive without any problems. My concerns is that the oil evaporated so fast. I would change the seals of the valves. Hopefully that would fixed the problem. I love my car so much, I have for nine years. Thanks for your input.

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Saturday, July 8th, 2017 AT 12:04 PM

KEN L

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Oil does not evaporate so it must be burnt or leaked out.

Here are two guides that can help you see what the problem is.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-is-leaking-oil

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/blue-smoke-from-engines-exhaust

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken