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      03-09-2014, 12:29 PM   #1
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Low Engine Oil Warning at 14,000kms?

Is this normal? I tend to think I shouldn't get an oil level warning before the car has even had its first service....it's not even a

Another pain in the ass about this car that seems off but the dealership says isn't an issue
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      03-09-2014, 12:35 PM   #2
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It's normal. Turbo cars burn a little bit more oil than naturally aspirated. Also, it consumes a little bit more in the break in period. Depending on your driving habits, the milage you will get that error varies. I've read about people here who see that warning in 5-6k miles.

The low engine oil warning kicks when you are 1 qt less that the regular level. So nothing to worry about. If you go to the dealer they just top your oil off and let you go
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      03-09-2014, 12:38 PM   #3
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Completely different type of car, but my wife and I had a Lexus for 12 years and never had as many issues with that car as I have had with this car in one year
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Yes that's normal, I encountered that message when I had about 14,000km as well with my 335i.
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      03-09-2014, 01:16 PM   #5
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how is this normal? i got 41,000 miles and never had this.
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      03-09-2014, 01:55 PM   #6
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My previous car burned 1L/1000km, now I'm in chock that I didn't have to top it of yet after 4000km..

If it wound't complain before 14-16.000 I will be a very happy man.
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My previous car burned 1L/1000km, now I'm in chock that I didn't have to top it of yet after 4000km..

If it wound't complain before 14-16.000 I will be a very happy man.
Let me venture a guess. Was it an Audi or something from VAG?
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how is this normal? i got 41,000 miles and never had this.
I usually heard this from N55 users. Apparently the N20 in 328i does not consume oil like it's big brother. Don't know why though. Maybe someone who is knowledgable about the subject can explain.
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got low engine oil with 500km on the odometer before
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