[Z06] low oil level
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5th Gear
Joined: Jan 2007
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low oil level
new guy. just bought my 1st vette.01 z06 18,000 mi.
i've put 400 mi. on it and this wkend low oil level came on. stopped and checked oil it was fine.
anybody had this happen to them? thanks for any input.
i've put 400 mi. on it and this wkend low oil level came on. stopped and checked oil it was fine.
anybody had this happen to them? thanks for any input.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jan 2006
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I also have an '01 Z. I usually have to add about half to a whole quart of oil in between oil changes. I don't think that it is a huge problem, I don't have any leaks or anything, just seem to burn a little oil in between changes
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Atlanta Georgia
I've only had the light come up on mine once, shortly after 3000 miles, but the car did endure lots of high-rpm driving (mountain drives, etc)... But what he said is right, if the light comes on, check the oil level, and add .5-1qt as needed. And enjoy the Z!
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Sometimes if you are parked on a hill you will see the message as the oil in the pan has drained away from the sensor enough to trigger the message.
Pro
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Baton Rouge LA
I use to have the same problem with my 01, 1/2 quart here & there. I changed to a Fast 90/90 and noticed LS6 intake was slightly coated with oil on the inside. I went ahead and purchased a oil catch can and prepared for installation per recommedation from others on the board. Prior to installation I noticed the crappy PCV setup. I've never had any vehicles with a PCV valve mounted in a horizontal position prior to the vette. I replaced the pcv valve with a new unit (old unit was leaking) and setup the PCV valve vertically. To this date (it's been 6 months), I've not burned any oil nor installed the catch can. This also includes 35 passes at the track.
Last edited by O2Thief; Jan 23, 2007 at 02:40 PM.
