Burning oil at exactly 12K
08-06-2005, 03:50 PM
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Burning oil at exactly 12K
So my low oil level light came on at exactly 12K miles. Guess this thing does burn through oil. Does anyone else burn through coolant quickly? I live in warm LA, but i've had to refill it 4 times already. What is the best oil? The manual says 0 w 30, but I think the dealer put synthetic in at the 5K service. What is the best brand and is it available at most auto parts stores?
08-06-2005, 04:47 PM
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There is NO scheduled 10K service.
I know, you got a reminder on your info center. So did just about everyone else. The techs reset it for 10K but it should be set for 15K.
08-06-2005, 04:50 PM
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You probably have a coolant leak. Get it checked out. BTW
Audi considers the consumption of 1 qt of oil per 1000 miles to be "within normal limits" I have a problem with this since my car(as well as others) has not used any oil in 16K miles.
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08-06-2005, 05:06 PM
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So what kind of oil should I use?
Since Audi service is closed today AND tomorrow (unfortunately), I can go to pep boys today a pick up sufficient oil. I just don't want to use an inadequate oil even though the next change is only 3K away. I'm also not sure about the synthetic oil.