Oil Consumption

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poshjollard
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Mon Dec 29, 2014 5:47 pm

Hope you've all had good Christmas!

I bought my 318is 5 months back, I allow it some misgivings, but this on going oil consumption is beginning to concern me. I've lost count how many times I've had to top it up.

I cant see any leaks, both on the engine or the garage floor

I fear it may be blow-by, but I'm not too certain how to diagnose.

Any thoughts welcome


EDIT - New valve stem seals fitted and a happy motor once again
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Mon Dec 29, 2014 6:54 pm

Get it to a garage with a cylinder leak detector.
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Mon Dec 29, 2014 7:41 pm

I'll take it in this week.

Until then are there any visual signs that could be a give away?
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