370Z - Oil Consumption TSB

Montez · 08-28-2012, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by cosmicdust73

My question is... how exactly does checking your oil every time you fill your tank necessarily protect you from this problem? You either get the problem or you don't, correct? Meaning... if you have it, you are going to face major engine work and weeks if not months without your Z. I'm only asking because I want to do the right thing with my new car.

Well in this case if its low you could add oil instead of driving around and totally destroy your motor from oil starvation.......but I see what you are saying. The VQ since the inception of the 3.5 has had hit and miss oil consumption problems......Z's, Maxi's, the 3.0 VQ's were a gem. etc.

TypeOne · 08-28-2012, 10:25 AM

I have an 09... and haven't had any issues with it except the hatch springs.

Huckleberry · 08-29-2012, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TypeOne

I have an 09... and haven't had any issues with it except the hatch springs.

same here. 3.5k miles on this oil change and i'm still by the top.

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08-28-2012, 10:25 AM	#2 (permalink)
TypeOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 2,682 Drives: BSM 370 Rep Power: 1853	I have an 09... and haven't had any issues with it except the hatch springs.