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2014 Chevrolet Impala
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carbon buildup

Old Aug 3, 2014 | 6:38 PM
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I got on it tonight at 2,300 miles from a dead stop.

I looked in my rear view mirror and swore I saw some smoke at the intersection I left.

Going to check the oil level next time out. See what she is consuming.

I'm not a catch canner... but I do remember reading about doing some WOT would clean some of that stuff off.
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Old Aug 4, 2014 | 8:21 AM
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When I checked it at 850 miles, car was parked in same spot. It was more of a clear oil and down 1 dot (1/4 qt).

Oil level was very full. Up to the 1st twist on the stick. Car is pointed slightly downhill by a small amount. Now it is more of the yellow/golden brown color.

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Old Aug 8, 2014 | 10:20 AM
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I parked the car the reverse way. The oil level is high. It's past the full mark up to the first twist.

Dealership must have added oil after changing camshaft actuator.
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Why did it need engine work?
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Originally Posted by macnab
Why did it need engine work?
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