oil usage?

nycbr · 07-20-2012, 08:54 AM

I have about 7k miles since my last oil change and noticed that my oil level is now about halfway between minimum and maximum. It was at maximum after the oil change. I check it in the same place each time so that is not a factor.

Anyone else have similar?

TIA

Jurmz · 07-20-2012, 11:13 AM

My 330i does the same thing. I had to add a quart after about 10-15k miles

Seanzie · 07-20-2012, 01:26 PM

High revving uses oil at a faster rate, so it's not only just a function of mileage... something to consider.

monza2t · 07-20-2012, 03:34 PM

Dont worry about it. Some consumption is normal, and like the other post mentioned if you are a lead foot, it will use more. You need to start to worry if you have to add a full quart every 4-5k

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nycbr First Lieutenant 95 Rep 338 Posts Drives: 2008 TiAg 328xi Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: nu yawk iTrader: (0)	oil usage? I have about 7k miles since my last oil change and noticed that my oil level is now about halfway between minimum and maximum. It was at maximum after the oil change. I check it in the same place each time so that is not a factor. Anyone else have similar? TIA
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Jurmz Private First Class 4 Rep 144 Posts Drives: SGM 330i Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SF/LA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 BMW 330i [0.00]	My 330i does the same thing. I had to add a quart after about 10-15k miles
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Seanzie Enlisted Member 30 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 2007 328i 6MT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Houston iTrader: (1)	High revving uses oil at a faster rate, so it's not only just a function of mileage... something to consider.
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monza2t Private First Class 3 Rep 160 Posts Drives: E90 328i, R52 Mini, F25 X3 x35 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Kansas City iTrader: (0)	Dont worry about it. Some consumption is normal, and like the other post mentioned if you are a lead foot, it will use more. You need to start to worry if you have to add a full quart every 4-5k __________________ _____________________________________________ E90 328i Sport & Prem // R52 MINI S JCW // X3 x35i 62 Mini Cooper 997 // 62 Vespa // Laphroaig 30-yr
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