My oil isn't leaking anymore (257k miles)

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Sam Brinson, Sep 21, 2021.

  1. Sam Brinson

    Sam Brinson Junior Member

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    I replaced the PCV valve, and tightened the oil filter a bit more from what the previous owner had it as (it was kinda loose.)

    Now, I accidentally overfilled my oil a bit during the last oil change, but thought it would be fine since the car leaks so much oil. After a few hundred miles, it's still above the maximum line on the dipstick and hasn't really moved. It's kind of bittersweet, and I just felt like sharing.
     
    #1 Sam Brinson, Sep 21, 2021
  2. JC91006

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    Well these cars that burn oil do it when you're traveling at higher speeds. When you driving around town, it usually burns a lot less.

    You'll know if things are really better after a couple thousand miles of driving
     
    #2 JC91006, Sep 21, 2021
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