MattLaurence
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I'm convinced my asymptomatic oil usage is hinting at deeper problems for this 3.6L manual trans JLUS wrangler with 74,000 miles on it. I've read several similar posts, but im still concerned.
I have owned it since new and done all of the oil changes. In the beginning, I changed oil religiously at 4,000 miles, and at that time 5 quarts in, roughly 5 quarts right back out. But over the last year I've been letting it ride longer, going by the oil change percentage on the dash, usually changing it when the meter reads 15% life left, which is upwards of 6,000~ 7,000 miles between changes.
Just like the title states, usually only about 4 quarts comes out. Dipstick reads halfway up the hatch markings right before I drain it.... no smoke in the exhaust, no leaks, underside of jeep is free from drips, etc.
It may just be the "new norm" and something to keep an eye on for me. Anyone have additional thoughts on this?
I have owned it since new and done all of the oil changes. In the beginning, I changed oil religiously at 4,000 miles, and at that time 5 quarts in, roughly 5 quarts right back out. But over the last year I've been letting it ride longer, going by the oil change percentage on the dash, usually changing it when the meter reads 15% life left, which is upwards of 6,000~ 7,000 miles between changes.
Just like the title states, usually only about 4 quarts comes out. Dipstick reads halfway up the hatch markings right before I drain it.... no smoke in the exhaust, no leaks, underside of jeep is free from drips, etc.
It may just be the "new norm" and something to keep an eye on for me. Anyone have additional thoughts on this?
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