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Old 11-26-2005, 08:29 AM
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Question oil foam

I am sure that this question has been answered several times before, but I am new to the car and the forum so some leniency please.

I have noticed that my oil is so full of foam that is sometimes hard to read the level.

Is this " normal " or should I be running to my service manager, or switching to synthetic oil?

Thanks!
Old 11-26-2005, 08:33 AM
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no it's been asked 100's of times, it's normal don't not worry about it. Please use search next time.
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-trouble-shooting-95/strange-gunk-oil-dipstick-info-questions-49652/
Old 11-26-2005, 02:53 PM
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I had an oil change the other day and the monkey was quite concerned about it. It took about 10 tries before she (yes, she) could get a reading on the oil level. I told her not to worry about it. I happens a lot, especially in cold weather with a lot of short runs. And no, an engine flush won't be necessary, thank you very much.
Old 11-26-2005, 05:29 PM
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There was a minor recall that entails the installation of a plastic sleeve and new dip stick that's supposed take care of the "peanut butter". Just complain to your dealer and they should take care of it. Should take about 5 minutes.
BTW search works too.
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