2006-10-19 07:55:40 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ BMW
You didn't say how much is too much. But yes, too much oil in your engine can harm it. Way too much could inhibit the movement of the pistons/rods causing major damage. I doubt that you put that much too much in. Oil levels significantly above the full mark can cause oil foaming in the crankcase which could lead to the oil pump becoming vapor bound - loss of oil pressure. If you have more than a quart extra, in a 4 quart system, I'd remove the extra oil
2006-10-19 08:00:55 · answer #1 · answered by jack w 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YES, to much can cause foaming.
If this is when you changed oil, have you started the car? the oil level will be high till the oil filter fills, about a 1/2 quart on most cars
A 1/2 quart isn't that much to worry about but take it easy.
Anything more then that drain it and refill to the correct level.
2006-10-19 08:02:11 · answer #2 · answered by stucknthird 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is a no, no. You are off 2 grades higher. SAE 20W-50 is way to much thicker in viscosity than the engine requires. The result is higher wear because a thick oil flows slower during start-up so it will not reach those critical areas needing the oil especially in cold mornings. . Remember the original oil SAE 5W-30 is labeled "Energy Conserving", so running on a thicker oil makes you consume more gas too. If your car is still under warranty you run the risk of voiding them for using a non-approved oil.
2016-03-13 05:03:52 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-08-12 01:14:06 · answer #4 · answered by Kandace 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any car can burn oil, BMWs aren't immune.
But to much oil will load the engine too much. Also it will start to froth and foam, reducing the lubrication it provides. Also, it will be pushed out of the crancase vent to the PCV, clogging it and dragging more oil out with it, so your oil consumption will go up.
2006-10-19 08:03:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a notch above the 'full' mark on the dipstick? I wouldn't worry too much.
But if it is way too much, you must drain it down to the level.
Liquids, unlike gas, cannot be compressed. This means, if there is too much oil, the crank shaft has to work way harder. It burns more gas plus more importantly it will damage the engine or, over time it will burn oil because the piston rings are damaged.
2006-10-19 08:10:11 · answer #6 · answered by Nightrider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes to much oil will definitely hurt the car you need to take some out asap
2006-10-19 07:58:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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The manufacturer calls for a specific oil weight for a reason. You should go back to what is recommended soon. It is designed for a thinner oil than you are using.
2016-04-01 00:05:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
An old car will just burn it or spit it out, a new one will idle funny and odd.
Can't burn an engine with too much oil
2006-10-19 12:41:26 · answer #9 · answered by kayef57 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take out the extra oil ... Too much oil will cause damage to your engine .
2006-10-19 07:58:18 · answer #10 · answered by BOBBY LASHLEY-THE STEROID KING 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋