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Oil consumption

Oil consumption - is the amount of oil required for the combustion of fuel-air mixture. To the category of oil consumption does not include the loss of oil due to leaks are engine lubrication. Oil consumption also defines the high temperatures and pressures present during engine operation. On the oil flow is also affected by use of the vehicle and driving habits. Maximum Oil consumption - 1 liter per 1000 km of running a car.

Do not fill up the engine oil marks on the dipstick max since otherwise unburnt oil may enter the exhaust system and damage the catalyst.