1996 Honda Civic Oil Smell

Tiny
BIKERROB1995
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  • 1996 HONDA CIVIC
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 60,000 MILES
I have a 96 civic with a recent replacement engine with approx 60,000 mi on it. I have been getting an oil smell while driving. I have since discovered oil in the air filter compartment under the filter. What could be the possible causes for the oil?
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 AT 12:55 AM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

This is due to heavy engine breathing, you may need to report this to the installer and see if you have a warranty claim, I would suggest that a leak down test is done and make sure that the correct grade of oil is being used, was the engine a full re co and was there a run in requirement?

Mark (mhpautos)
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Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 AT 3:17 AM

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