1996 Honda Civic Oil Smell

1996 HONDA CIVIC
60,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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BIKERROB1995
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I have a 96 civic with a recent replacement engine with approx 60,000 mi on it. I have been getting an oil smell while driving. I have since discovered oil in the air filter compartment under the filter. What could be the possible causes for the oil?
Mar 2, 2009 at 4:55 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

This is due to heavy engine breathing, you may need to report this to the installer and see if you have a warranty claim, i would suggest that a leak down test is done and make sure that the correct grade of oil is being used, was the engine a full re co and was there a run in requirement?

Mark (mhpautos)
Mar 2, 2009 at 7:17 PM
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