Oil Loss Question

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Hey guys,
The last few oil changes I have noticed the full 5 quarts are not draining out. This past oil change I recall just under 3 quarts drained. Others were between 3 and 4 approximately. The car is not driven much. It does not leak oil, and from what I can tell does not burn oil either. Every time I check the dipstick it reads full as well.

Anyone else with similar experiences?

 

NIKwoaC

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The oil filter will trap some oil, notice how it's still heavy when you take it off, even after you let it drain for a bit. Also, most Foxes will burn at least a little oil. If the dipstick reads full, then you've got nothing to worry about.

 

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Thanks Nik, I hope so. It's just that the oil has to be going somewhere.

 

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This might be obvious to most, but also make sure you're draining both the fore and aft plugs on the pan.

 

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Yeah, I drain both plugs. Majority of the oil draining from the rear plug.

 

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You'd probably be suprised how many people don't drain both...

 

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I can imagine. I just don't understand how I am only draining out approx 3 qts while the dipstick never drops.

 

Mustang5L5

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How many miles on the engine?

Oil consumption is normal with age...to a point. I would recommend monitoring and adding some oil between changes.

 

RsStanG1987

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Your never going to get the full 5 quarts out. but at least 4 should come out.

 

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Not much, 60Kish. I do monitor the dipstick level often and it never drops. I do not notice it burning, nor is there a drop of anything under the car.