Volvo S40 1.6

Jas29 · Oct 21st, 2007, 22:32

Hi
I am new to this forum, Can someone help please i have S40 1999 1.6 and 72K on the clock. This car is using about one litre engine oil every 1000 miles. Is this normal or i need to get this checked.

Thanks
Jas

Clan · Oct 21st, 2007, 22:48

That's just about on the bordeline of being "acceptable!" i'd try a scientific test over mileage and oil used again what oil is being used ? A 10w/40 is acceptable anything thinner may be used at a higher rate .

mokins · Oct 27th, 2007, 11:40

I had the same thing on my old 1.8 S40 (it had 165k miles) - My mechanic used an engine flush and it did help. I will; try to get the name and post it here for you. I will also find out what oil he used as that can make a great difference.

Darren

Jas29 · Nov 13th, 2007, 09:59

Thanks for your help. Sorry for delay i was not able to read thr forum.
I was just worried if oil was getting mixed with water or anything else is wrong.

Thanks

Oct 21st, 2007, 22:32	#1
Jas29 New Member Last Online: Nov 13th, 2007 10:00 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nuneaton	Volvo S40 1.6 Hi I am new to this forum, Can someone help please i have S40 1999 1.6 and 72K on the clock. This car is using about one litre engine oil every 1000 miles. Is this normal or i need to get this checked. Thanks Jas

Oct 21st, 2007, 22:48	#2
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 11:21 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	That's just about on the bordeline of being "acceptable!" i'd try a scientific test over mileage and oil used again what oil is being used ? A 10w/40 is acceptable anything thinner may be used at a higher rate . __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Nov 13th, 2007, 09:59	#4
Jas29 New Member Last Online: Nov 13th, 2007 10:00 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nuneaton	S40 1.6i Thanks for your help. Sorry for delay i was not able to read thr forum. I was just worried if oil was getting mixed with water or anything else is wrong. Thanks

Oct 27th, 2007, 11:40	#3
mokins New Member Last Online: Dec 31st, 2010 10:33 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Reading	I had the same thing on my old 1.8 S40 (it had 165k miles) - My mechanic used an engine flush and it did help. I will; try to get the name and post it here for you. I will also find out what oil he used as that can make a great difference. Darren

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