PopsicleMud Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 The other day, I took my Loyale in for its first oil change since I bought it a month ago. I could do it myself, but it's just a mess I'd rather not deal with. I'd rather spend $20 - $30 and read a book for 20 minutes while someone else does it. Anyway... I started to notice the smell of burnt oil now and then after driving it since the oil change. I checked the dipstick today to see if I was losing oil, and it's actually overfilled, maybe a quarter inch above the "F" on the dipstick. Does anyone know if having a little too much oil could cause the burnt smell? Can it cause any damage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkSVT Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 When I bought my Loyale it was overfilled. It caused a massive cloud of smoke from the tailpipe on the highway. Get the oil out ASAP, i believe overfilling like that can damage your engine.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganM Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 It's quite typical for thise insta-lube joints to over fill yoru oil. Either drain a quart out yourself or take it back ASAP and tell them to fix their mistake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86subaru Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 a few times i have gotton oil onto the exhaust after changing the oil, if it is 4wd i always remove the skid plate first , quick lube places may not , munch easier to get to drain plug + less messy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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