2009 Camry Oil Consumption

[Rick_b]

Thanks for the info. Basically the mechanic I took it too said that they wouldn't try a sealant and it would be cheaper to replace the engine than to have this fixed. They think that the head is cracked and its more than the gasket based on how it starts and sounds (I mispoke earlier when I said head gasket)...It does shake and misfire bad when it starts but once warmed up it runs fine. It doesn't overheat, no oil in coolant or vice versa. Oil level is fine and looks basically the same as when I changed it last. Maybe a second opinion would be best in this case.

 

[Rick_b]

I also scoped down in there and there is fluid (maybe a spoonful) on top of cylinder 2 and 3 (which are causing the codes). This is after letting it sit overnight.

 

[AKhan87]

Thanks for the info. Basically the mechanic I took it too said that they wouldn't try a sealant and it would be cheaper to replace the engine than to have this fixed. They think that the head is cracked and its more than the gasket based on how it starts and sounds (I mispoke earlier when I said head gasket)...It does shake and misfire bad when it starts but once warmed up it runs fine. It doesn't overheat, no oil in coolant or vice versa. Oil level is fine and looks basically the same as when I changed it last. Maybe a second opinion would be best in this case.

head is cracked? do they even work on Toyotas? I would run and never use them again.

Find a local Toyota specialist or go to a known Toyota mechanic if you want it diagnosed and then possibly fixed right.

 

[Rick_b]

I have another guy in mind I'm going to take it to.

 

[AKhan87]

I have another guy in mind I'm going to take it to.

make sure they are a Toyota specialist or Toyota tech because they will be able to look at "common" problems and possibly diagnose it properly.

 

[iCurious]

Well... I am also in the same boat. Will be trying the VRP 5W30. Wish me luck.