1993 Saturn SL2 oil

This is a well known issue with Pre-GM Saturn's and even some of the new ones they burn oil excessively, its not uncommon for me to hear that they use a quart of oil every month or so, its for the "most" part normal for these cars, but if you notice any knocking or excessive smoking you may want to take a closer look at'er, also how many miles do you put on it in a week? That may also be your problem. I know my 95 uses about half a quart every 800 to 900 miles then again I put about 400 miles a week on mine.

I was on another web site, saturnfans. Com and there is a lot on the subject of Saturns burning oil. It is due to the poorly designed rings. Apparently this is a well known design flaw on the Saturn S series. From what I read on that forum it is vital to a Saturn's engine to do regular oil changes and a lot of people recommended using a synthetic oil. From what I read, losing 1 qt. Oil per 1500 - 3000 miles is about average for this car.

Bvische, Brings a very good point to the table. This was the issue with there design I was refering too. The synthetic oil will help. Also I would move your car to the severe maintinace schedule for oil changes or at least 2500 miles. Mobile One high mileage syntehtic is what I use in mine it helps with the blow-by and starts easier when cold 5w-30 It never hurts either to by a quart or too of the same oil while your getting it changed, cause mixing different brands can cause some issues as well.