Integra DC2 vti-R Engine Oil consumption

[infurNOS]

Have you replaced your PCV valve in the last 100,000km?

hey
no i havent replaced the PCV valve, i tired different oils and went to supercheap, repco etc to see what oils they recommend, and their charts say 15w 50. Do you guys think its too thick,a nd i should stay with 10-40?

[Sp00ny]

hey
no i havent replaced the PCV valve, i tired different oils and went to supercheap, repco etc to see what oils they recommend, and their charts say 15w 50. Do you guys think its too thick,a nd i should stay with 10-40?

As aaronng suggested, change your PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve and monitor oil consumption for differance. 1L is alot over 1000kms...

My WRX after 2800kms is still at the exact same level i filled it at...sitting @ 152,000kms on the dial...gotta love low-revving low static-comp machines for that lol...

If I were you I would:
- Change PCV Valve & Inpect intake manifold/vacuum lines for oil deposits...
- Check exhaust gases for Blue Smoke on cold start-up (sitting over night)
- Check exhaust gases while accelerating (blue smoke)... (Have a friend outside the car)
- Go over the engine for oil leaks: some common problem areas...
- Distributor O-Ring
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Sump Gasket
- VTEC Solonoid Seals
- Cam Seals (Very Common)
- Oil Filter (kind of obvious)
- Stripped Sump Bolt/Poor Washer Contact

If you find your car emits blue smoke upon start up it is most likely your Valve Stem Seals...if it blows blue smoke upon accelleration then it is most likely your oil rings are on their way out...

Simple Tests that costs next to nothing to diagnose...and to fix if your handy with basic tools and can read a Workshop Manual