alpine50z

Yes, I have an '06 and it is burning oil, but my question is - is running with low oil bad? By low oil, I mean with the oil level showing up at the lower quarter of the dipstick.

Ztalker

^ the low section of the dipstick indicates that its time to add one quart.

alpine50z

Will operating at that oil level damage the engine?

bofa

iTrader: (23)

It can be potentially bad for the engine, depending on how much is in there. Of course the longer you run it at a lower level the more chance of long term damage you have as well.

Eazzy

iTrader: (8)

Its not the end of the world when the temps are lower, but prob is, u have no margin for error

Mike Wazowski

iTrader: (113)

is it so hard to just add a quart?

davidv

iTrader: (2)

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bailey bill

As long as there is enough oil to keep the pump inlet submerged, (about 1 1/2-2 quarts) you will have normal oil pressure and complete lubrication.

As long as it shows on the dipstick at all, you should have at least 3 1/2-4 quarts.

But it is a good practice to check oil regularly, and keep it near the full level.

Spoiled Z

iTrader: (30)

I put on 2k miles after 3 months and I decided to changed my oil and I lost about 500ml of oil should I be worried?

Mike Wazowski

iTrader: (113)

That is an acceptable amount.