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Ztoon

07-25-2010 09:59 PM

Burning with Ester

I switched from Mobil 1 to Nissan Ester at Nissans' recommendation.
I've had to add 1 1/2 quarts since my last change, and I'm still over 1k before I'm due for the next change. As well, I usually oil change early.
I've run about 13,000 miles, dd, and have only required a light top-up, before changing to Ester. Would appreciate your feedback, whaddya think, seals seating or is this excessive?

wheee!

07-25-2010 10:52 PM

No leaks anywhere? Checked under the shroud? Sounds strange...

TreeSemdyZee

07-25-2010 10:53 PM

Overfilling can cause burning. Did you check the level after the change?
I'd suggest doing a complete drain and refill.

SoCal 370Z

07-25-2010 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ztoon (Post 644262)

I switched from Mobil 1 to Nissan Ester at Nissans' recommendation.

Why did Nissan say to run their oil?

Ztoon

07-26-2010 12:45 AM

No leaks. No overfill. The dealership recommends Ester for Maxima and 370Z's. Why the change? Don't know.
Yeah, may drain it and refill with Mobil 1. I also noticed everything under the hood was much hotter than I remember it being before the Ester.

SoCal 370Z

07-26-2010 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ztoon (Post 644554)

I also noticed everything under the hood was much hotter than I remember it being before the Ester.

That doesn't sound right. Hmmmmm...there should not be a heat difference.

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