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angolavolvo
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Joined: 23 August 2012
Year and Model: 1998 V70 T5
Location: Angola Indiana

No drip oil leak...

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I'm miffed. late last week found engine 2 qt low on oil - never happened before - maybe a little low between changes. Tonite it was tw qts low again. I have no oil dropping on garage floor no sense that there was any oil loss. It smelt like something was burning today - 1st time ever - got me searching. Minimal oil on parts underneath car but noticed some smoke when i lifted hood to the back side of engine - between head & some shielding. Immediately made an appointment at the shop...
Does anyone have a possible clue? Mon appointment any ideas would help me understand mystery!
Thanks

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