Chevy Equinox Oil Burning Fix Will it Work?

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    I recently acquired a 2012 Chevy Equinox. It has a 2.4 liter engine which is notorious for its oil burning problems. This one has been going through about a quart every couple of hundred miles. This is caused by the low-tension piston rings that are used in these engines. The rings get gummed up very easily and allow oil past the piston and into the combustion chamber to be burned and go out the exhaust. They also don't have a PCV valve, but a metered hole that provides vacuum for the crankcase.
    This is of course cheaper for manufacturing but causes problems when the hole plugs.
    In this video, I will attempt to use Seafoam to clean up the pistons and rings and hopefully reduce the oil-burning problems. I will then try the method of drilling a hole in the intake for access to the PCV hole so I can clean it out. It was plugged, so it needed to be cleaned.
    This car was owned by the same woman who owned Buster, the van I made into a camper years ago. She sadly passed away recently and left me her car.
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  • @mrbr549
    @mrbr549 Рік тому +10

    Good to see you posting again Luke! It's always sad to lose a good friend or family member. Although none of us will make it out alive, it's still sad. Knowing someone like that makes life better, because they will always be a part of your good memories.
    As to the car burning oil, I hope the Seafoam works for you. I've always had to replace the rings to solve that kind of problem. I was glad to see the larger tires solved the bottoming out problem on the Buick.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      Yes, there are very many great memories of her. She raised my wife and was an adopted mother to her. Her, and her friend would always make dinners any time one of us had a birthday, or for Christmas. I'm going to really miss that.
      As far as the seafoam, I think it has helped. We drove about 130 miles yesterday with the seafoam in the crank case, and then I changed the oil. It had used a half quart in that time which is an improvement. I'll do an update after a thousand miles or so.

    • @ginoromano2442
      @ginoromano2442 25 днів тому

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  • @rennissmith5403
    @rennissmith5403 7 місяців тому +7

    195,000 miles on my 13 terrain. I use bardahl no smoke with stop leak. Reduces the oil consumption to about 1/10 a quart every thousand miles. Every 1000 miles as well remove the intake and clean the oil that collects inside the manifold. Car runs beautifully with a lil tlc.

  • @ArielleViking
    @ArielleViking Рік тому +2

    Great to see you back here. Nice to hear Buster is still going strong. Interesting fixes for these engine problems. 👍

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +3

      So far seems to have worked. Oil hasn't moved from full in about 200 miles so far. Fingers crossed 🤞.

  • @Redbaron_sites
    @Redbaron_sites Місяць тому

    Some people fussed about the prelude to your video,but I learned more than enough to thank you sincerely for the information you provided,as I am having the same problem with my 3021 Terrain which is still under extended dealership warranty ( I purchased the vehicle new). Thanks , and may our Savior bless and be with you.❤

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому

      Glad yours is still under warranty, but sad to know they continue to have these flaws. You would think they would have fixed them by now.

  • @plymouth-hl20ton37
    @plymouth-hl20ton37 Рік тому +11

    Well, back in the day when we had this problem. We would put a quart of automatic transmission fluid in the oil And run it till the next oil change Usually would take care of it

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +7

      I'll keep that in mind. I may have to try that, if this doesn't work.

  • @mike_0213
    @mike_0213 9 місяців тому +8

    These cars burn soooo much freaking oil! I have a 2017 and my wife started using it for door dash and this car goes though 5QTs a month. The oil consumption issue with this 2.4 eco-tech engine is a huge problem. I have to check the oil once a week and usually had 1/2 to 1 quart.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  9 місяців тому +4

      Yes they will burn oil. The Seafoam cleaning and adding in a pcv valve seems to have almost stopped the oil usage. I still check it every second time I drive it but it only uses half a quart between oil changes now.

  • @gregburke0073
    @gregburke0073 10 місяців тому +3

    Excess pressure in the crank case. Drill a hole in the oil filler cap and install a PVC valve. This excess pressure also contributes to premature failure of the rear main seal

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  10 місяців тому +1

      That's what I ended up doing. It is working very well so far.

    • @amillar7
      @amillar7 3 місяці тому +2

      Does a vented oil cap achieve the same thing?

    • @waynewilber3778
      @waynewilber3778 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@lukeFugatedo u have a vedio on that and the type of pcv u used? I think thats the best resolution after u cleaned out the system u showed and changed the oil. Thanks in advance

  • @dsteele27
    @dsteele27 Рік тому +3

    I'm sorry that you got this because you lost a treasured person in your life. I'll watch the video you linked about her now.
    I hope this worked ... sounds risky to me, but that engine is pretty far gone, so worth the try. Glad to hear that Buster's still going strong.

    • @dsteele27
      @dsteele27 Рік тому

      That's a beautiful tribute you created for your friend. She looks to have been an exceptionally deep down beautiful person.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      Yes, I have struggled with her loss, and miss her a lot. She raised my wife from a child, and was basically like my mother in law. She did some great work in her life and was cherished by many people.
      I think the Seafoam may have done something. We drove about 130 miles yesterday to let it work in the crankcase. It had used a half-quart so it has improved. I changed oil and filter in it, and am going to keep an eye on it.

    • @dsteele27
      @dsteele27 Рік тому +1

      I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your wife and family must really be hurting. My heart is with you all.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому

      @@dsteele27 thank you.

  • @Redbaron_sites
    @Redbaron_sites Місяць тому

    Luke has a very logical mind,he would have made a fantastic engineer. I have worked with engineers and Technicians with massive credentials who cannot approach problem solving in a logical and just as importantly, pragmatic way

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому

      Thank you! I do appreciate that!

  • @haldooley4940
    @haldooley4940 Місяць тому +3

    Pistons and rings timing chains tensioners is common fix replace the water pump while doing so and you will be good for a long while

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому

      The oil burning has stopped completely. It doesn't use enough now to see a difference between oil changes.
      If I ever have to pull this engine out, I'll be putting in a different one. I would probably go with a 3100 V6 and transmission from an older Chevy car. I have an old '95 Lumina that the unibody frame rusted out It still has a strong running engine. This Equinox is way too heavy for a 4-cylinder. Also, I really don't like the transmission, kind of feels like a ticking time bomb, with so many gears it is always shifting and doesn't even have a dipstick to check it.

  • @bobdavis321
    @bobdavis321 Рік тому +2

    It might be easier to add the seafoam to the gas when it is at about 1/4 a tank of gas. That is 16 oz per 4 gallons. I did that and used CRC GDI valve cleaner. I think it gets through and cleans the rings as well. Now to see how fast it goes through oil.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      So far it is still doing great. I've already drove it enough for another oil change. It just uses about a quart in an oil change now. That's good enough for me.

  • @ericbriggs7868
    @ericbriggs7868 5 місяців тому +2

    My 2011 had the same issue. Turns out chevy had recalled it for oil consumption problems. They ended up replacing my engine at 100k miles. Im now at 220k miles and it started again.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  5 місяців тому

      They probably still use the low tension rings. This treatment has worked so far. I don't use any oil between changes now.

  • @ClockFixer
    @ClockFixer 11 місяців тому +1

    145,000 miles on my 2015- never had a problem other than a water pump at 112,000 miles!

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  11 місяців тому

      Good to know these can last a while.

    • @imkaptainkronic
      @imkaptainkronic 11 місяців тому

      The issue is with 2010 to 2013 models mainly

    • @TheKamoteus
      @TheKamoteus 9 місяців тому

      Did you change the timing chain as well?

  • @scottfleming3154
    @scottfleming3154 Рік тому +3

    I found another way to fix it... Trade it in on another car! That actually fixed all the problems and I don't have to give it a 2nd thought.. :)

  • @mahudnell28
    @mahudnell28 10 місяців тому +8

    I thought this video said it would be straight to the point! Had to listen to a LONG history prelude first. I think this method loses a lot of viewers. (Especially those with ADD.)

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  10 місяців тому +2

      Guess you missed the link to the shortened video. I told at the beginning that if you just wanted the to the point version it was linked.

  • @monkeynuttzgarage9111
    @monkeynuttzgarage9111 10 місяців тому +2

    So did you drill that through the outside and plug it? To avoid removing the entire intake?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  10 місяців тому

      Yes. Thinking back, that probably wasn’t necessary as the PCV in the cap should be sufficient.

  • @nickmonteleone1410
    @nickmonteleone1410 7 місяців тому +2

    I did the sea foam and let it sit over night. Gave it the beans the next day and it looked like a Stage 2 tune 24V. Felt bad for the car behind us

  • @JamesWhite-sf3tk
    @JamesWhite-sf3tk Рік тому +1

    I have a 2012 GMC Terrain with with the same issue. I mean had. There was a issue with the rings and pistons. Went through the process the dealer needed to prove it used oil. It did . In short the engine was rebuilt under factory . And now it uses no oil.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      That's great! I think this one is past time for that. It is good now, hardly any oil at all.

    • @shaunabraide
      @shaunabraide 11 місяців тому +2

      I am having the same problem with my chevy equinox 2014. What is the process you had to get it rebuilt

  • @todddowney45
    @todddowney45 Місяць тому +1

    GREAT TIPS . THANK YOU .

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому

      Thanks! I hope it helps.

  • @Redbaron_sites
    @Redbaron_sites Місяць тому

    Engineering major, University of Tennessee, twenty years managing projects,computers, scan tools reference material at my side and still Luke was able to teach me things that have never occurred to me as a hobby mechanic on automotive and often help a licenced aircraft mechanic for the enjoyment of it. ❤

  • @AltcoinOdyssey
    @AltcoinOdyssey 11 місяців тому

    Excellent video and I love the "Jeff the Custodian" music!!

  • @ericzerkle8486
    @ericzerkle8486 8 місяців тому +1

    My 2012 has 240k on it. I keep up on the oil and check it often. Yes I have noticed it uses oil. My gf has a 2017 and hers uses oil too but she doesn't check it much. I've told her she needs to keep up on it

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому +1

      Good to hear yours has lasted that many miles. So far it has been a very dependable vehicle for me. Yeah checking and changing oil is very important.

    • @ericzerkle8486
      @ericzerkle8486 8 місяців тому

      @lukeFugate I am thinking of taking it to the shop to have the PCV mod done though.

    • @ericzerkle8486
      @ericzerkle8486 8 місяців тому

      I put seafoam In the oil and now it diesels when I shut it off.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому +1

      @ericzerkle8486 it might stop doing that when you change the oil. Not sure what would cause that, usually a fuel issue I think

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому +2

      @ericzerkle8486 actually after I looked it up carbon deposits can cause dieseling. The carbon holds heat and acts like a glow plug. The seafoam probably knocked some of it loose and it's letting it diesel. I think it was carboned up pretty bad and might need another treatment through the vacuum line.

  • @freema22
    @freema22 7 місяців тому +1

    Can you spray throttle body cleaner in the hole to help clean it more?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  7 місяців тому

      Yes that would work. Good idea.

  • @mikeg4396
    @mikeg4396 Рік тому +2

    Hey cuz do you think the seafoam thing will work for valve stem seals?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +3

      Probably not. It’s worth a try, but I don’t think it will work because if the valve stem seals are worn they will have to be fixed. Sea foam pretty much just cleans.

    • @mikeg4396
      @mikeg4396 Рік тому

      @@lukeFugate thanks cuz.....guess I'll fix them .....hey it was worth a shot.

  • @jcmoore5438
    @jcmoore5438 Рік тому +1

    Im gonna try some of suggestions with the seafoam (even though idk how to in crankcase part) Is there a place i can purchase a cap made like yours that will help?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +2

      I used the original cap and just drilled a hole in it. They do sell a replacement cap which has a vent on it. It may help with letting the pressure escape, but I could see that plugging up as well.

  • @donniemabry1470
    @donniemabry1470 Рік тому +1

    How your cabin you built I have not seen a video of it in a long time I say you had did some changes on it.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      It still looks the same, My son moved back into the trailer for more room. He has some cats in it right now to get rid of mice. They were starting to eat holes in the walls. I think they have ran them out now though. Actually, he was redoing the kitchen when he moved out, so it still needs finished. For a cabin built from recycled materials, its holding up good.

    • @donniemabry1470
      @donniemabry1470 Рік тому

      Need to make a work cabin out of it or a football cabin.

  • @jasonfitzpatrick414
    @jasonfitzpatrick414 Місяць тому

    I just bought one. I can't afford to fix it. I hate cars. I wanted something to drive 100k and get something else. Argh! Thanks for any help.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому

      Is it burning a lot of oil or leaking it? If burning it the PCV mod and Seafoam treatment might bring it around. As long as the rings aren't actually worn and the seals are still good. Most of the time it is the rings are stuck and the PCV hole clogged. If it is leaking oil then the main seal is most likely blown out and it will require pulling the engine.

  • @Philharmonica-7445
    @Philharmonica-7445 11 місяців тому

    Nice video thanks for help with equinox

  • @jeanariley7759
    @jeanariley7759 Рік тому +1

    Hey Luke great to see you doing a video again. Not that I haven't watch the others I just don't understand a lot about the alternate fuel thing.
    This interest me because I have a little bit of a different problem and wondered if you've come across this and what solution you might have to try outside of surgery! Lol
    My 4-cylinder 1997 Suzuki sidekick has a bit of a different problem. It was running rich and had a misfire we've gotten that taken care of but apparently fuel is somehow getting past whatever and dumping into my oil a lot. So when I do an oil change the oil appears very thin and smells a lot of gas. When I start it up after the engine is totally cool down or upon first start up in the morning there will be some smoke. I have been using Lucas high mileage oil treatment oil change trying to add thickness to the oil and more lubricating properties. But I worry about it and I've spent a ton of money recently on repairs and don't really have money to spend yet I don't want to have to replace an engine either!
    Any ideas for additives or things that I could do that might help? I have to change my oil every 45 days because I drive 3000 Miles and that. Of time. I've always been religious about changing the oil.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому

      Good to hear from you again.
      Sounds like it could be either stuck rings, or just plain worn out rings.
      The problem with running really rich is washing oil off the cylinder walls causing loss of lubrication. It could have worn the rings, or scratched up the cylinder walls. I'm not sure if that engine has a mechanical fuel pump, probably not being a 1997. I have seen the diaphragm go bad in a mechanical fuel pump and dump fuel into the crank case.
      If it is still getting fuel past the rings, it may still be running rich or the oil rings are gone.
      I would suggest getting ahold of a borescope to look inside the cylinders. It would show up right away if they were scarred up.
      I have used some stuff called Restore it comes in a silver can and I think Wal Mart has it. Heres a link to see what it looks like.
      amzn.to/3P1ZXT0
      It has worked for me to free up rings and increase compression. It doesn't always work though.
      I think the engine is getting worn and will probably need to have the rings replaced at some point. The running rich is probably what accelerated the wear.

    • @jeanariley7759
      @jeanariley7759 Рік тому

      @@lukeFugate thanks Luke! I don't get a code anymore for running rich but it's had a generic PO400 code 4 years. After a lot of money being spent and a bunch of baloney I finally got it running right again but one mechanic said something about valve guide SEALS or something to that effect

    • @fredmitchel1236
      @fredmitchel1236 Рік тому

      Find and change your broken fuel injector

    • @alm7707
      @alm7707 9 місяців тому

      @@lukeFugate bad injector

  • @ShawnMooney-pn8qj
    @ShawnMooney-pn8qj 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for your videos. Just bought my 16 year old daughter a 2012 equinox with 118,000. Got a good deal and now I know why. It just had a fresh oil change when we bought it and after the first full tank of gas, it used almost a quart of oil. Also the blow by was strong from the oil cap like yours was. I changed to the pressure relief oil cap to prevent any main seals blowing. I also added 1/2 can of seafoam to the fuel. I plan on doing seafoam in the oil before the next oil change. I did the test of plugging pcv hose to hear the whistle and I did not get one so I’m guessing I need to drill a hole and clean the orifice. Is the drill hole precise or just pretty close to where you did? It’s hard to see from the video of exact location of drilling. Also… would you suggest adding a pcv valve in original oil cap or just staying with the new cap with the pressure relief built in and clean orifice every 5-10,000 miles?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  10 місяців тому +1

      So far this has been a very dependable car, and with the oil burning problem solved, it should last for a long time.
      I think I would recommend the PCV in the cap. I think that pretty much makes the hole I drilled useless. I haven't worried about the hole since I did that and in a way wish I hadn't drilled the hole in the intake. If you do still want to clean out the hole, The hole I drilled was pretty much in the center of the space. If it is off a little it won't matter that much as you can feel around with the wire to find the hole.
      Good luck and hope your daughter enjoys the car for a long time.

  • @tgoodm1
    @tgoodm1 8 місяців тому

    So did this work? Is it still burning oil? Do you still have high levels of blow by into crankcase?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому +1

      It has worked to an acceptable amount. My oil usage is pretty good now, less than a quart per oil change. Here is my last update, it has gotten better since then. ua-cam.com/video/7w4zcGdB0Hw/v-deo.html

  • @8Jallin
    @8Jallin 25 днів тому

    Have any of you guys have the stabilitrak issue

  • @TJEssary
    @TJEssary 11 місяців тому

    I have a question about these engines and one of the fixes I've seen. Some people put a hole in the oil fill cap and run a line around to the back of the back of the air box. Am I wrong in thinking that would just increase the oil consumption?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  11 місяців тому

      I don’t think the air box would have sufficient vacuum to properly work like a PCV system. It could actually use more oil in that case.

    • @Bootyloot
      @Bootyloot 9 місяців тому

      Im not an expert in any regaurd, but i do have some experience working on my own cars under my belt. Putting a hole in the oil cap wouldnt do much other than let excess air build-up out. A stock intake shouldnt be able to provide enough suction to suck oil through the oil cap. Especially if you put a pcv valve in said hole.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  9 місяців тому +1

      @@Bootyloot I ended up using a pcv in the oil cap connected to the brake booster line. It has worked very well and with the cleaning with seafoam every oil change the oil use is negligible now.

    • @waynewilber3778
      @waynewilber3778 2 місяці тому

      ​@@lukeFugategreat idea! What inline pcv did u use, perhaps a part number? I'd think ud put in a tee on the same break booster hose shown in this vedio?

  • @drywallservices505
    @drywallservices505 Рік тому +2

    Does anyone know how to tell if your welding wire is actually going into the pcv valve.. like how far in is the wire supposed to go. I drilled the hole in the same spot he did but I just want to make sure the wire is going in to the pcv valve.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +2

      Sorry for the late reply. I just kept poking around until it went deeper. You should be able to feel it go into the hole. There may be a small amount of resistance felt as it pushes debris out of the hole.

    • @timthomas192
      @timthomas192 Місяць тому +1

      The wire should go into the hole almost two inches when inside the pvc hole

  • @chrismyers9951
    @chrismyers9951 Рік тому +13

    Oil is the least of the problems with the equinox. The timing belt issue will destroy the engine soon.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +7

      I think the oil being low is the cause of the premature timing chain failure. Of course, with all the "bells and whistles" on this car, I don't expect it to last long anyway. Too much to go wrong.

    • @loveracing1988
      @loveracing1988 Рік тому +9

      What timing belt?...

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +5

      @loveracing1988 you are correct. These have a chain, not a belt. I think that was what he meant, though.

    • @chrismyers9951
      @chrismyers9951 Рік тому +4

      Chain is correct.

    • @sbond1963
      @sbond1963 Рік тому +10

      You got it backwards. Unlike standard fuel injection, this 2.4 engine uses “direct injection”, which contaminates oil with fuel starting the day of the oil change. Fuel dilution limits the lifespan of oil. Failure to change the oil at 5k leads to a breakdown in the oils ability to lubricate and clean. Which wears down the links in the chain, lengthening it. So.. the chain is a symptom of the problem. The problem is the owner not performing the maintenance.

  • @bakermark6891
    @bakermark6891 4 місяці тому

    Or... You can remove the intake manifold and drill from the blowback hole itself on the opposite side. But not to big of a hole. Make sure to angle your drill bit some to not drill into the MAP sensor.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  4 місяці тому +1

      I wish I wouldn't have wasted the time cleaning out that hole at all now. The PCV valve in the oil cap mod is the way to go. No problems at all now.

    • @amillar7
      @amillar7 3 місяці тому

      @@lukeFugate Does a vented oil cap do the same thing?

    • @grabasandwich
      @grabasandwich Місяць тому

      @@amillar7 My vented cap must've froze up cuz I checked while running a couple weeks ago and it let out a huge whoosh. I'm amazed it didn't blow the rear main seal. Now I'm thinking I have to do this mod instead, and not even bother with cleaning out the stupid orifice.

  • @СергійКаритун
    @СергійКаритун 3 місяці тому

    please tell me. the same engine, increased gasoline consumption in the city. what could be the reason?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  3 місяці тому

      @СергійКаритун could be a lot of things. Are there any codes? I would suspect the o2 sensor but there are many systems that can cause that.

  • @douglasedwards983
    @douglasedwards983 15 днів тому

    Drill a hole in the oil cap and run a hose that you can buy at home Depot from the cap to vent fumes it at the bottom of the engine

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  14 днів тому

      That should work. It would be like an old-fashioned road draft tube. Good idea.

    • @awakenotwoke4830
      @awakenotwoke4830 6 днів тому

      AC Delco sells a vented cap with a pressure valve. Part # FC219.

  • @DeUndefined1
    @DeUndefined1 Місяць тому

    Can this also work for a 2010 saab 9-5 NG 2.0L Turbo4 Biopower?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Місяць тому +1

      If it has the same problems with sticking rings, then yes it will. If the rings are worn out it will take a rebuild. It's worth a try to see anyway.

  • @shannonkensett4478
    @shannonkensett4478 11 місяців тому

    Did it work

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  11 місяців тому +1

      Yes still doing great. Only a half quart between changes.

    • @aarondefenbaugh3157
      @aarondefenbaugh3157 11 місяців тому

      ​@lukeFugate have u ever had a p0300 code? Mine runs great besides seems to have a misfire when i put it into drive or reverse. Rpm gauge fluctuates. Put it back in park or neutral and it idles normal.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  11 місяців тому

      @aarondefenbaugh3157 never had that code yet on the Equinox. Could be an issue with timing, or possibly fuel delivery. Could change the fuel filter and see if thar helps.

    • @Todd-v9y
      @Todd-v9y 5 місяців тому

      @@aarondefenbaugh3157 Sounds like timing issue. You have troubles my friend. My grand daughter's equinox did the same thing. Timing chain, tensioner, guides, sprockets, all shot. I replaced all. Pretty big job.

  • @peteharrison9816
    @peteharrison9816 Рік тому +1

    Let's stay focuse

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому

      I had a quicker version I told about at the beginning. It was linked in a card but the direct link is ua-cam.com/video/-1xb9_mHM48/v-deo.html
      The longer version was for people who were interested in the story of the car. By the way the process has worked great, it barely uses any oil at all now.

  • @jeremiahjones4582
    @jeremiahjones4582 Рік тому +1

    Would this help a 2015 equinox?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +5

      It's worth a try. Mine seems to be holding up well. It still has oil consumption but not nearly as bad, about a quart every thousand miles which is acceptable to me. I have already put 3000 miles on it and have done the Seafoam in the crankcase a second time. I then changed the oil again. This time after about 500 miles the oil hasn't dropped at all. I am hopeful this has freed up the rings.

  • @GIANGNGUYEN-go8oy
    @GIANGNGUYEN-go8oy 7 місяців тому

    COULD IT BE THE PCV VALVE? AFTER I CHANGED IT ON 2008 CORROLLA I CAN SEE THE POWER INCREASED NO MORE LAG LIKE BEFORE.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  7 місяців тому +2

      These do not have a PCV valve. The closest there is to PCV is the tiny hole in the intake manifold. I did add a PCV valve to the oil cap, this and the cleaning seems to have fixed it.

  • @stevecobratei8538
    @stevecobratei8538 8 місяців тому

    Don't feel bad, my equinox was using 5 quart in about 300 miles at 40000 miles

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому

      Wow! Thats pretty bad!

  • @timhawkins2502
    @timhawkins2502 Рік тому +3

    I had a 2006 ctv that went thru a quart every 200+ miles----- turned out it was only the Pcv valve

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +3

      I added in a PCV valve yesterday, so it might help. I put one in the oil cap and T'd into the brake booster line. I was hoping when I cleaned out the PCV hole, it would help the blow-by some, but it didn't. we drove it about 130 miles yesterday with the seafoam in the oil, and then I changed the oil. It had only used less than a half quart which was an improvement.

  • @awakenotwoke4830
    @awakenotwoke4830 6 днів тому

    AC Delco vented oilcap with pressure valve. Part # FC219

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  6 днів тому +1

      That will help. Better to add a PCV valve into the oil cap so you have positive crankcase ventilation.

    • @awakenotwoke4830
      @awakenotwoke4830 6 днів тому

      @lukeFugate what pcv valve did you use. I may try it because I smell oil now. I'm going to try the sea foam. This thing has a lot of pressure coming out of the cap.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  6 днів тому +1

      @awakenotwoke4830 I should have paid attention to the part number. I just got one from Autozone and it was just on a shelf. I just got one that looked like it would fit. I drilled a hole in the cap and glued in the valve. Been working ever since.

  • @bretmartin2826
    @bretmartin2826 Рік тому

    Every four cylinder I’ve owned has had air blowing when oil cap is removed

  • @nathenstoneburgh7298
    @nathenstoneburgh7298 2 місяці тому

    I would just shorten the screw to make sure it didn't plug the breather hole i just cleaned out

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  2 місяці тому +1

      good point. the screw is short enough in this case, but it would have been a good idea. Knowing what I know now I wouldn't have even messed with drilling that out. The PCV I put in the oil cap solved the problem much better.

  • @scottielee237
    @scottielee237 Рік тому

    Iv done a new timing chain new could new sensors ECT still ha ing rouf idle and stalling and little oil usage any idea

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому

      is there a check engine light? It could be a fueling issue.

  • @jaredwilmarth662
    @jaredwilmarth662 8 місяців тому +1

    The MAIN thing to prolong engine from destruction is CHANGING OIL REGULARLY- even synthetic oil..

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому +1

      Very true. I do 3000 mile oil changes on everything I own. I don’t care what the manufacturer recommends, oil collects some moisture and dust gets by the air filter.

  • @jimbrant9682
    @jimbrant9682 8 місяців тому +1

    Just fixed it. Traded it in for a Dodge.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  8 місяців тому

      Probably a good move.

  • @KarenSpringer-z8h
    @KarenSpringer-z8h 4 місяці тому

    I'm getting Cataclean tomorrow mine failed emissions said i have a bad cat but it's probably just clogged.I've heard great things about Cataclean!Has anyone tried it if they failed emissions?

  • @RayleighCriterion
    @RayleighCriterion 5 місяців тому

    My 2010 Malibu 2.4L Ecotec has an oil consumption problem, I use *Yamalube Ring Free Plus* in the gasoline and 5 fluid ounces of *Seafoam* in the oil crankcase. Just did my second Seafoam treatment last week, will have to see how much oil is used in the next 2000 miles, so far I have noticed much better power and fuel economy has improved.
    Yamalube Ring Free Plus has a shock treatment of 2 fluid ounces per gallon of gasoline and then change your oil after using up that tank of fuel.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  5 місяців тому

      If it starts using oil again I'll try the Yamalube. Thanks for the suggestion.

  • @NWALedDisplay
    @NWALedDisplay 10 місяців тому

    Is yhis video about a car burning oil or about peiple?

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  10 місяців тому

      It's both. I put a link to the shortened version and told that in the video. I guess you skipped it.

  • @logicalguy488
    @logicalguy488 11 місяців тому

    Are you saying oil or all ?

  • @mitchellcrager9933
    @mitchellcrager9933 Рік тому +2

    Well Chevy " use " to make pretty good vehicles.. But yeah, it's past tense now!!

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому

      You got that right! I have one Chevy with 360,000 miles on it and another with almost 600,000 miles. I think if I get 150,000 out of this one it will be surprising.

  • @red2965
    @red2965 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for your insight. i have a 2011.
    How come the damn light doesn't come on when it's over a qt low is beyond my comprehension. Shame on Chevrolet.
    Shouldn't have to watch it like a 2 yr old child.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  5 місяців тому +1

      Yeah, they should have a gauge. Can't understand why they don't. Or like you said at least a light. In my case, I am used to checking oil every time I get gas, just a habit as it just takes a few seconds to check.
      With the mods I have done to this it doesn't use enough oil between changes to add any.
      I am going to add a gauge soon. I'll make a video of it when I do.

  • @sfby6006
    @sfby6006 11 місяців тому +1

    Cat is clogged that’s why you didn’t see the smoke

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  11 місяців тому

      It let it out after we got on the main road. Looked like a smoke screen, I couldn't see anything behind me. It could have been clogged and the Seafoam cleared it out.

    • @KarenSpringer-z8h
      @KarenSpringer-z8h 4 місяці тому

      He needs Cataclean I've heard good things tying it tomorrow

  • @joediduch5457
    @joediduch5457 9 місяців тому +3

    To much talkn just fix it already

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  9 місяців тому

      I guess you skipped through lol. I said at the start that I put up a version that was straight to the point in the description. The longer version was for my regular subscribers.

  • @tomwrona1973
    @tomwrona1973 9 місяців тому

    See the Liquid piston engine , It will be the next engine

  • @BullProspecting
    @BullProspecting Рік тому +2

    I honestly don't think it burns oil. See, the front crank shaft seal needs to be replaced roughly every 30k-40k miles.
    It starts out leaking about a quart every 100 miles or so. Whats happening is the timing wheel/harmonic wheel is spraying the oil downwards to the ground. If you look behind the passenger side tire on the engine you will see oil all over. This is after a long period of time without fixing it. If you don't replace it the car will start to buck a bit as your driving and can also buck real bad at stop lights. Im gonna make a video tomorrow.
    Unfortunately this car is our family vehicle so it must always work🙏
    I will NEVER buy a G.M. product made after 1999 ever again...I have a 88 one ton G.M.C.and it is truly like a rock💪💪💪🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💪💪💪🏆🏆🏆

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  Рік тому +1

      Yeah, the older GMs were great. This treatment seems to have fixed my Equinox though. It only uses about a quart per oil change now.

    • @Louisianasfinestshay
      @Louisianasfinestshay 5 місяців тому

      Hey, im late to the post but when u say dont replace soon. Are you talking about the car or something on the car. My car def rocks back and forth when at ted light. I have to put it in neutral.

  • @rickylee2477
    @rickylee2477 5 місяців тому

    My man not only had to become a mechanic in order to own a 2.4 but also had to become an engineer and inventor. Kinda makes you wonder why smart people like this buy these turds in the first place.
    I wonder this about myself. But my 2017 terrain will be paid off soon( owe $2,500) at 90k miles and burns 1.5 qts in between 4,000 mi oil changes . It will be sold/traded in for what ever I can get and I’m washing my hands with GM. And even American made vehicles from now on. The quality is trash.
    Sadly enough, if a man wants a reliable vehicle now days he’s gotta buy a foreign.

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  5 місяців тому

      Well in this case, I didn't buy it. It was inherited. It's sad to see that in 2017 they still hadn't fixed the issue. I probably would never buy anything this new, just not my style. After seeing how much stuff there is to go wrong in newer cars, screens, and buttons everywhere, even on the steering wheel. The computer controls everything, including all the lights and plastic covering the entire engine compartment. I looked at my brother-in-law's 2020 Camry, it's the same way all bells and whistles and fancy stuff that will break and just become a nuisance.
      I'll stick to my older stuff with actual style and easy to work on. My wife loves it though so I guess I gotta keep it on the road. That being said after doing these mods I have to admit it doesn't use any oil between changes now, and starts up every time without fail. It is still a slow and badly balanced car though.

  • @galenhof3371
    @galenhof3371 7 місяців тому

    Piss poor engineering by the geniuses at GM

  • @KarenSpringer-z8h
    @KarenSpringer-z8h 4 місяці тому

    Get Lucas oil stop leak you won't burn that much oil

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  4 місяці тому

      This Seafoam cleaning and the PCV mod have completely stopped the oil usage in this car. I don't have to add any between changes.

  • @scottjohnson8777
    @scottjohnson8777 25 днів тому +1

    Chevy equinox is one of the worst lemons on the road

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  23 дні тому

      Yeah, generally I won't buy anything that isn't old enough to have historic plates on it. This was given to me, so I guess I'll maintain it as long as it will last. All modern vehicles have way too much extra stuff on them, I don't think You will get 50 years of use out of anything made today, it's all junk. Not to mention the styling of modern vehicles is horrible. Sad really.

  • @burtoncrowell4371
    @burtoncrowell4371 11 місяців тому

    Nice video good ideas too bad the nice lady didn't buy a Toyota Highlander or RAV4 well of course then you wouldn't be able to make this video

  • @peteharrison9816
    @peteharrison9816 Рік тому

    Dude

  • @tomwrona1973
    @tomwrona1973 9 місяців тому

    engine made in china

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  9 місяців тому

      Yes, I would say so, just like almost everything nowadays.

    • @frankstokley8944
      @frankstokley8944 2 місяці тому

      Made in Brazil

  • @richardmeinhold983
    @richardmeinhold983 8 годин тому

    You talk to much get to the point

    • @lukeFugate
      @lukeFugate  5 годин тому

      You obviously didn't listen to the first part of the video. This version is where I tell about the vehicle and who owned it. I told in the video that I linked the shortened to the point video just for people that didn't have time for the long version.

  • @KarenSpringer-z8h
    @KarenSpringer-z8h 4 місяці тому

    I'm getting Cataclean tomorrow mine failed emissions said i have a bad cat but it's probably just clogged.I've heard great things about Cataclean!Has anyone tried it if they failed emissions?

  • @KarenSpringer-z8h
    @KarenSpringer-z8h 4 місяці тому

    I'm getting Cataclean tomorrow mine failed emissions said i have a bad cat but it's probably just clogged.I've heard great things about Cataclean!Has anyone tried it if they failed emissions?