smoke coming out of oil cap
#16
11-15-2012, 08:44 PM
#17
11-15-2012, 08:47 PM
Its the engine that came in starting 05 with 6mt's. Gets 298hp instead of the 280 on AT. I have oil consumption real bad. Luckily the place that does my oil changes tops it off for free. But my last top off of 2.5 quarts was burnt off 1200 miles later. Just got it refilled today.
#18
11-15-2012, 08:51 PM
#19
11-15-2012, 08:51 PM
In normal operation, there's going to be hot oil vapor trapped under the valve cover. If you smell oil burning, that could be a sign of worn valve guides. Check your valve covers and see if you see any oil residue. Mines was doing something similar, I'm leaking a bit near the dipstick and it might be getting onto the hot engine causing the burnt smell. I now have to replace my valve covers.
If you're getting blue smoke out the tailpipe on startup, that's cause for concern. White smoke is coolant getting burnt. Let us know if you when you find the issue.
#20
11-15-2012, 09:02 PM
I had an OC issue on my 04 coupe and Infiniti replaced my engine under the OC TSB. But I was still under warranty then.
In normal operation, there's going to be hot oil vapor trapped under the valve cover. If you smell oil burning, that could be a sign of worn valve guides. Check your valve covers and see if you see any oil residue. Mines was doing something similar, I'm leaking a bit near the dipstick and it might be getting onto the hot engine causing the burnt smell. I now have to replace my valve covers.
If you're getting blue smoke out the tailpipe on startup, that's cause for concern. White smoke is coolant getting burnt. Let us know if you when you find the issue.
In normal operation, there's going to be hot oil vapor trapped under the valve cover. If you smell oil burning, that could be a sign of worn valve guides. Check your valve covers and see if you see any oil residue. Mines was doing something similar, I'm leaking a bit near the dipstick and it might be getting onto the hot engine causing the burnt smell. I now have to replace my valve covers.
If you're getting blue smoke out the tailpipe on startup, that's cause for concern. White smoke is coolant getting burnt. Let us know if you when you find the issue.
#21
11-16-2012, 02:20 AM
I generally start at 4 qts and just slowly add from there by checking the dip stick. I know it sucks using our dip stick, i dont know why nissan decided it to go through the head, when they can just simply make a extra opening into the oil pan and make it a lot easier to check oil rather then having to angle it in a awkward direction.
#24
11-16-2012, 09:00 AM
lol
For real though, if you're not burning oil you have nothing to worry about. The oem setup vents crankcase gasses into the valve covers, then recirculates them into the intake to be burned in the normal combustion cycle. Youre over thinking it and worrying about nothing
For real though, if you're not burning oil you have nothing to worry about. The oem setup vents crankcase gasses into the valve covers, then recirculates them into the intake to be burned in the normal combustion cycle. Youre over thinking it and worrying about nothing
#25
11-16-2012, 09:20 AM
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It was questioned in another thread that Texas-G's car could have possibly been in a flood (due to carfax, years involved and location of car). It had numerous issues when he bought it such as large leaks in bank 1/2.
He has also posted about his dip stick possibly being non-OEM. Could have been the wrong length giving you a wrong level. The car sat for awhile before you bought. Some parts may have began to rott like gaskets or hoses.
He has also posted about his dip stick possibly being non-OEM. Could have been the wrong length giving you a wrong level. The car sat for awhile before you bought. Some parts may have began to rott like gaskets or hoses.
#27
11-16-2012, 11:03 AM
It was questioned in another thread that Texas-G's car could have possibly been in a flood (due to carfax, years involved and location of car). It had numerous issues when he bought it such as large leaks in bank 1/2.
He has also posted about his dip stick possibly being non-OEM. Could have been the wrong length giving you a wrong level. The car sat for awhile before you bought. Some parts may have began to rott like gaskets or hoses.
He has also posted about his dip stick possibly being non-OEM. Could have been the wrong length giving you a wrong level. The car sat for awhile before you bought. Some parts may have began to rott like gaskets or hoses.
oh one more thing, is it normal for these cars to make slight head noise? i only seem to hear it at idle slightly once i give it gas it goes away cant hear it at all.
#28
11-16-2012, 01:54 PM
yes thats correct, the car does have hail damage and i salvage bacause of that, however i dont think it has flood damage as far as i can tell, but im thinking some hoses might be toasted becasue it was parked for awhile im assuming, so this weekend im going to go ahead and do the tune up and take it from there, but thanks to all that helped i appreciate it so thanks. oh one more thing, is it normal for these cars to make slight head noise? i only seem to hear it at idle slightly once i give it gas it goes away cant hear it at all.
oh one more thing, is it normal for these cars to make slight head noise? i only seem to hear it at idle slightly once i give it gas it goes away cant hear it at all.Make sure you have the right dip stick and check your oil after about 15 minutes of turning off your car. If all is good on the stick you should be ok.
If you can take a vid and post the sound in question we might be able to help you more.
#29
11-16-2012, 03:30 PM
Sorry I didn't get back to you Texas. These VQ engines are pretty loud in regards to engine noise. As long as you are not hearing a knocking sound and it accelerates as you give it gas I think you are ok with the noise.
Make sure you have the right dip stick and check your oil after about 15 minutes of turning off your car. If all is good on the stick you should be ok.
If you can take a vid and post the sound in question we might be able to help you more.
Make sure you have the right dip stick and check your oil after about 15 minutes of turning off your car. If all is good on the stick you should be ok.
If you can take a vid and post the sound in question we might be able to help you more.
#30
11-16-2012, 04:30 PM
Once you've checked your radiator fluid and oil and both seem clear I'd get an oil/filter change. Also there's a valve on your right valve cover, remove the hose then you can pull it out with pliers. It should rattle when you shake it, if not clean it with carb cleaner or replace it. If that's plugged it might cause the smoke you're experiencing. For a few $ you can buy and install a HomeDepot catch can (search) that will keep oil out of your plenum....Gary
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