2002 Chevy Venture Using Oil

2002 CHEVROLET VENTURE
90,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RAMCGUIRE56
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My venture has been using more and more oil. It now requires a quart about every 300 miles. Is the engine due for a major overhaul or is there something I can do to reduce usage?
Feb 27, 2009 at 11:56 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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It is either leaking it or burning it. Check the engine for leaks first, which is more common that major engine problems.

If no leaks, then it is usually valve seals and/or piston rings.
It is probably more practical to replace the engine with a low mile used on rather than a rebuilt.

But check for leaks first, it could be a simple repair.
Feb 28, 2009 at 12:10 AM
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