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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2022, 07:40 AM
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https://www.e46fanatics.com/threads/m54b30-high-oi...

https://www.e46fanatics.com/threads/m54b30-high-oil-consumption.1259657/

See post# 4

It uses BG EPR #109 in the crankcase and among other steps, lets the car idle for several hours.

I have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-16-2022, 08:54 PM
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Posted By Effduration
Piston rings are not likely worn… it’s far more...

Piston rings are not likely worn… it’s far more likely that the bottom oil ring is clogged with carbon as the original oil drain holes were too small. Clogged rings can lead to oil consumption.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-29-2022, 03:04 PM
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Posted By Effduration
Assuming OP has a scope

Assuming OP has a scope
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-29-2022, 02:47 PM
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Posted By Effduration
You need to rule out, or in, the idea that your...

You need to rule out, or in, the idea that your head gasket is leaking coolant into a cylinder.

Here is how you do it...

1. Run the car to full operating temp one afternoon or early...
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