Hello. My Saturn appears to be burning oil. When it was handed down to me I was warned to top off the oil every 2-3 days because it was burning like crazy. Im not sure if because of this any more problems could arise. Also, it doesnt seem to be too much of a hassle. My only issue is when Im in the drive-thru or at a red-light for too long A LOT of smoke starts to come from my tailpipe and I have to drive for a minute before it stops. (haha)
Anyway, what im wondering is if there is anyway to supress the issue or if I can repair anything to help it. Maybe using a certain type of oil or replacing something? Help is greatly appreciated. Thanks peopel!!!
2006-07-29 14:24:47 · 16 answers · asked by Technics 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
supress.. SUPRESS. Im not going to buy a new motor or spend $500+ on replacing the pistons. Im going to drive the car til it dies, Im only trying to milk it for what its worth not invest any money into it.
-on a budget
2006-07-29 14:31:45 · update #1
ill tell you what you can try. first change your oil and go to auto zone and get some...smoke b gone or no smoke and put in it.what it is suppose to do is seal your rings so it wont smoke.
2006-07-29 19:17:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check to see if the smoke really is coming from the tail pipe. Your car is probably transverse though (thinking out loud).
Well, you could always by a 55 gallon drum of oil and rig an on demand pump with a hose going straight into the oil fill. Makes for quite the conversation piece.
2006-07-29 14:33:48 · answer #2 · answered by The Stranger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's burning oil then the piston rings are shot. This usually means that the bores and pistons are worn and it requires a major overhaul, BIG MONEY
2006-07-29 14:29:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I switched to 15-40 and that slowed the burn down. Some Saturns like their oil. I saw a saying on a website. "Old Saturns never die, people kill them. Check your oil". My advice is run it till it drops. Saturns don't have much resale value.
2006-07-29 17:27:59 · answer #4 · answered by spudfarmer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
serious trouble with the engine. I would suggest selling it right away. At least you will get some money than trying to "milk it" and be left with no money at all when the engine dies and the car is worth hardly anything.
2006-07-29 14:39:27 · answer #5 · answered by AJ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it probably is going to need some major work done on the motor before long,,when they get like that,,they are not reliable,,and also if your state has a pollution law you could get a ticket for it ,,if it is that bad,,but sooner or later you will have to either replace the engine,,with a good used one,,or have that one rebuilt,,i hope you get it fixed,,i do this for a living,,hope this help,s.
2006-07-29 14:32:05 · answer #6 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
run 50 weight motor oil in it instead of 10w30...it will slow the burning down a little bit. But don't do this in winter.....if it is cold where you are...the car will not start.
2006-07-29 14:38:20 · answer #7 · answered by bobsled 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Engine replacement is the only way to go. That is the only thing that is going to stop it.
2006-07-29 14:33:02 · answer #8 · answered by crazytrain_23_78 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hit the junk yard for a used motor...
2006-07-29 14:28:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to change or adjust your piston rings.
Oil is transferring from your engine case, to the combustion chamber...
2006-07-29 14:28:19 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋