Why does my G35 burn oil?

Why does my G35 burn oil?

Most common cause of oil burning in the VQ is failure of the catalytic converters. This in turn will either burn out piston rings, or cause the converter material to break up and get sucked into the engine and score the cylinder walls.

How much does it cost to repair a rod knock?

In most cases, the cost of repairing rod knock will range from $2000 to $4000, depending on the vehicle model and the level of damage to the engine.

How much does it cost to fix piston rings?

Piston ring replacement cost is between $1000 and $5000, depending on the car model and labor costs. The piston rings cost $40 to $200 depending on how many cylinders your car has. The labor work is between $1000 and $4000. Piston rings are small, but they are expensive to replace.

Can I drive with bad piston rings?

You can drive your vehicle with bad piston rings for certain kilometres but you have to get it fixed as soon as possible or you will damage your engine. 1)The compression rings provide sealing above the piston and prevent the gas leakage from the combustion side.

How long do piston slap engines last?

As other posters have state, some engines will run over 100,000 miles with that condition, and others will self destruct in 30,000-40,000 miles.

Is it OK to reuse Pistons?

Reusing the original pistons is no problem, as long as the piston skirts and cylinder walls are in good condition. The cylinders need to be measured very carefully, as they wear unevenly and a hone may not clean them up. As far as replacing just one piston, that is OK too – again with some precautions.

What causes pistons to go bad?

Causes of piston ring damage Faulty piston rings can be as a result of: incorrect installation, improper dimensions, fuel flooding, inadequate combustion of the fuel/air mixture, worn ring groove, abrasive particles in the oil, and tiny chips left after machining or reconditioning the engine.