Foam In Oil
01-31-2005, 09:55 AM
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I have an Rx-8 in Pa. It is currently very cold (single digits). I was check my oil and found the dip stick covered with brownish/white foam. I called the dealer and he says don't worry about it? The car has 6K miles. The dealer has changed the oil once.
Your thoughts?
Your thoughts?
01-31-2005, 11:28 AM
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Check your coolant levels. Frothy oil is a big indicator of a blown head gasket in piston engine and an indication of water seal failure in a rotary. Ever consider changing the oil yourself to see what's in there? It probably should have been changed a few times by now. (500/1000/3000/6000)
02-01-2005, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by phinsup' date='Jan 31 2005, 12:33 PM
Actually Mazda Service manual puts their oil changes at 5k now.....
And yea that don't sound good at all.
And yea that don't sound good at all.
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