2001 Nissan Altima Using oil

Tiny
POCO
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  • 2001 NISSAN ALTIMA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 135,000 MILES
This engine uses 1/2 quart every fillup, does not smoak or show signs of leaking oil, where could the problem be
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 AT 8:53 AM

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Tiny
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It is either leaking it or burning it.

Raise car, put on stands and inspect engine area for leaks, this is most likely possibility.

If no leaks are found, have compression test performed to rule out/in rings.
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Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 AT 9:04 AM

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