Posts Tagged ‘oil’

2001 Honda Accord Engine Oil Consumption

Well it’s true over the course of time most vehicles have issues that arise. Whether it be suspension problems,engine problems, or transmission problems time usually tells all. For 20 years I worked as a factory trained Honda automotive technician. I stayed with that product line because 

2009 Toyota Sienna oil cooler line failure

I would like to make you aware of something. If you own a 2009 Toyota Sienna or one that has the original oil cooler lines that are made of rubber I suggest that you replace them as soon as possible.Recently I had a customer contact me and said that

Engine Oil Consumption Problems

From all the responses I have received about consumers complaining about their new Subaru’s consuming too much oil I thought that I would take a moment respond. Yes Subaru currently has an oil consumption issue with some of their vehicles and I am sure that Subaru will correct the problem eventually. I think that

Carol S. Asks: Why Is My Oil Pan Rusted And Leaking? Can It Be Repaired?

Carol asked me how her oil pan in her Honda Civic became so rusted. Also she asked if it could be repaired. She asked me how an oil pan could rust because she was told that oil prevents rust on metal. How could this be? Well Carol the rust actually starts from the outside and eventually […]

Irene Asks: Why Is Our Subaru Consuming So Much Oil?

From: Irene asks: ” Subject: Oil Consumption on a Subaru Sent date: 06/14/2013 11:33:56 AM To: Hi Joe, We have had a problem with our 2nd Subaru. We bought a 2013 Subaru Legacy last Oct. 5, 2012, 4-door, 4-cylinder. It had major oil consumption problems at 2814 miles, it was down 2 qts. of oil. […]

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Proof Of The Importance Of Changing Your Engine’s Oil And Filter.

I was looking through some old photos that I had and I stumbled across these. They are old photos so I apologize ahead of time for the quality of the photos. These photos were taken when I was performing a service that required valve adjustments. The vehicles were

What Took Them So Long ? All I Needed Was An Oil Change!

So whats wrong with this picture?  No matter where you go you want to get good service right? Whether it be when you go out to dinner , or if you stay at a hotel you want service second to none right? Well you deserve good service because you work hard for your money! As […]

Donna M. Asks: “How do I know if my engine oil looks dirty or clean?

That is a good question, Donna told me that she just had her engine oil an filter changed last week and as of late she has decided to make a habit of checking her own oil level. I first have to say “good for you Donna”! most people do not take it upon themselves to

Sandra G. Asks: What kind of oil should I use in my car?

I received an email from Sandra G. She went to have her vehicles oil changed, and she was asked what type of oil she wanted to use in her car. Not exactly knowing what type of oil her car took she simply said; I do not know. She explained to me that she was asked […]