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Old 07-29-2011, 10:32 AM   #37 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by ResIpsa View Post
The simple answer to your problem is that your motor is (was) burning oil. This is a very common problem with these VQ engines.
I agree that most likely the OP is burning oil. However, I wouldn't say it's "very common". I had to replace my VQ in my 350z because of this, but it's still the exception, not the rule.

I don't know if it's break-in method or failing seals or what, but yeah- it does happen.
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