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What Does Engine Oil Do?
Motor oil plays a crucial role in keeping your engine healthy and running smoothly. It lubricates all the moving parts inside it, reducing friction and preventing premature wear. It also helps cool the motor by carrying heat away from vital components, protects against corrosion, and traps dirt or debris to keep the system clean. Without the right amount or quality of motor oil, your engine can quickly overheat, seize up, or sustain serious internal damage.
Excessive oil consumption is a common issue seen in many Japanese vehicles. If your vehicle is burning or leaking oil more than it should, our ASE-certified team can help. At Village Motor Works in Raleigh, NC, we specialize in diagnosing and repairing oil consumption problems to ensure your engine operates efficiently and reliably.
Why Excessive Oil Use Happens
Excessive oil consumption is a fairly common issue in certain Japanese vehicles, particularly in models from brands like Toyota, Honda, Subaru, and Nissan. This tends to happen due to a combination of tight engine designs, advanced variable valve timing systems, and lightweight, high-efficiency engine construction. While these features help maximize performance and fuel economy, they can also make engines more prone to burning oil as they age.
Piston rings or valve seals can begin to wear out, allowing oil to seep into the combustion chamber where it burns off during normal operation. Another factor is the use of low-viscosity oils designed to reduce friction and improve fuel efficiency. While beneficial in newer engines, these thinner oils can pass through small clearances more easily when internal components begin to wear, leading to higher oil consumption.
Some Japanese engines also have smaller oil capacities, meaning that even a low loss can cause noticeable drops between oil changes. If not addressed, excessive oil consumption can lead to carbon buildup, reduced performance, or even engine damage.
Japanese Service Expertise and Shop Perks
At Village Motor Works, we understand the unique design and service needs of Japanese engines. Our talented technicians can perform detailed inspections to determine the cause of your vehicle’s oil consumption and provide professional repairs or maintenance solutions to keep your engine running strong and efficiently for the long haul.
On top of our expertise in the area, we offer the following benefits and more:
- Same-day service
- Loaner cars
- After-hours drop-off and pickup
- Financing opportunities
- Quick turnaround times
See us soon for all your Japanese vehicle repair needs, including excessive oil consumption, here at Village Motor Works in Raleigh, NC.