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For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Correction

Worn valves, valve guides and/or valve stem oil seals

  1. Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection in Engine Controls - 6.0L.
  2. Repair or replace, as required.

Worn piston rings

Oil consumption may or may not cause the engine to misfire.

  1. Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection in Engine Controls - 6.0L.
  2. Inspect the cylinders for a loss of compression. Refer to Engine Compression Test .
  3. Perform cylinder leak down and compression testing to determine the cause. Refer to Cylinder Leakage Test .
  4. Repair or replace, as required.