2002 Chevy Venture Using Oil

Tiny
RAMCGUIRE56
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  • 2002 CHEVROLET VENTURE
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
My venture has been using more and more oil. It now requires a quart about every 300 miles. Is the engine due for a major overhaul or is there something I can do to reduce usage?
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 AT 7:56 AM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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It is either leaking it or burning it. Check the engine for leaks first, which is more common that major engine problems.

If no leaks, then it is usually valve seals and/or piston rings.
It is probably more practical to replace the engine with a low mile used on rather than a rebuilt.

But check for leaks first, it could be a simple repair.
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Saturday, February 28th, 2009 AT 8:10 AM

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