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Originally Posted by nyrfan
With an LLT, DO NOT follow the DIC!
Here is my statndard post to V6 (LLT engines) oil posts when asked about the DIC or questions about oil changes:
Newer 2011 and those that had the ECM flashed the OLM is now pretty much mileage based and will zero out at right around 5K, regardless of the driving condition. My guess is they did this because of the LLT engine/timing chain issues and people letting the OLM zero out.
Also I've yet to have to top it off at any time, although at 4K miles I've lost about a 1/4 a quart, well within my expectation given how I drive.
As with all V6's (espicially the LLT), I suggest the following:
1- Check your oil frequently; I do mine at every fill up
2- IGNORE the OLM
3- Oil changes:
Conventional <= 3K
Synthetic (Preferred) <= 5K. I use Mobil 1 and change at 4K
These little steps can help save your V6 from the dreaded timing chain/oil loss issues
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I've had the timing chain issue (replaced them at 34k'ish). I change my oil with mobile 1 every 5k. I did buy the car used (21k miles), so I don't know what they did prior.