2001 Hyundai Accent Loss of Engine Oil

Tiny
ARJUNAJAY
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  • 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 55,000 MILES
My car has been experiencing engine oil loss. It does not appear to be leaking out. Generally, every two weeks or 400 miles, I have to top up the engine oil by 1/2 to 1 liter.

Generally temperature where I live is around 30-35 degrees celsius.
Sunday, April 26th, 2009 AT 6:35 AM

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Tiny
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There are several possible scenarios. Check emission control systems, the large vacuum tube that comes from engine to intake--look for evidence of oil pooling. Although this car probably has a factory recommendation to use 5-30 oil, after 8 years (and especially in warmer weather) I would recommend a thicker grade and see if your consumption changes. A compression check may reveal internal motor issues, but engines can also have good compression with the oil rings become on the pistons, resulting in glazed cylinder walls and high oil consumption. So you can try a couple of things yourself, visual inspection and thicker oil. Good luck
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Thursday, April 30th, 2009 AT 1:27 PM

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