Oil Catch Can?
Oil Catch Can?
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Pitre

Original Poster:

6,417 posts

264 months

Monday 12th September 2022
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My 318i E91 has recently started using significant oil and I get blue smoke after idling for a little while and then rev it.

I think the crankcase relief valve may be the culprit but it's been suggested that an oil catch can would be an option, but I've never heard of this?

Opinions please??

d_a_n1979

13,843 posts

102 months

Monday 12th September 2022
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Stick with the OEM PCV system; it's a perishable/serviceable item, so more than likely needs replacing

Using a catch can is a cheap way around the issue; a sticking plaster so to speak

helix402

7,913 posts

212 months

Tuesday 13th September 2022
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Engine will be worn out. Valve stem oil seals or rings.