Engine - Oil Consumption Test

88honda03

Model

ALL
Applicable To

ALL
File Under

ENGINE
Bulletin No.

82-003

Issue Date MAY 20, '88
Oil Consumption Test (Supersedes 82-003, dated March, 1982)


PROBLEM

Oil consumption of more than 1 quart in 1000 miles within the New Car Limited Warranty.


CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Track the oil consumption for twice the alleged mileage per quart.

^ Change the oil and filter. Use an SF grade detergent oil in a viscosity suitable for the outside temperatures in your area.

TEXT OF OWNER'S COPY OF OIL CONSUMPTION TEST:

TEXT OF DEALER'S COPY OF OIL CONSUMPTION TEST:

^ Fill in the first part of an Oil Consumption Test form (Y0122), then tear off the owner's copy and give it to the customer; put your copy in the customer's file.

^ Tell owners they must have the oil checked each time they get gas. If the oil level is a quart or more low, they must add the right kind of oil, then record how much and at what mileage and the date on their copy of the test form. Or they can return to the dealership and have you add and record the oil for them.

2. After tracking the oil consumption, complete your copy of the test form. If consumption exceeded 1 quart in 1000 miles, test and repair the engine as outlined on your copy of the test form. Attach your completed copy to the hard copy of the repair order.


WARRANTY

Normal 24-month/24,000-mile power train warranty applies. An Oil Consumption Test (see inside) must be completed on the car before you begin any necessary repairs. We will pay for test-related oil and filter changes if subsequent repairs are made under warranty. Any deviation from the test and repair procedure listed on your copy of the form will require prior DSM authorization.