2000 BMW 330 Enigne eating oil...

2000 BMW 330
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BURAKO
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2000 BMW 330 Manual 76000 miles
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Hi, i got a 330ci, year 2000 with 76K on it. I am using Castrol 5W-30 for the engine as BMW states however i have to add 1 lt in every 1 - 1.5 months. What can be the problem and how can it be fixed?
Dec 10, 2007 at 1:24 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Do you notice any smoke out the exhaust when starting up? is there any smoke when driving and backing off throttle? External oil leaks? advise if you can for a further assessment.

Mark (mhpautos) :D
Dec 10, 2007 at 3:17 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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How many miles are you driving in a month?
Dec 15, 2007 at 12:33 AM
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