🚗 Classic Fault — Honda (1993–2001)
Honda Integra DC2 Type R B18C high RPM oil consumption
💰 Estimated Repair Cost
$400 – $2000 USD
Parts and labour estimate
🔧 Tools Required
Valve spring compressor, valve stem seal kit, compressed air supply
📋 Overview
The high-revving B18C engine consumes oil when used at sustained high RPM due to valve stem seal wear on older examples.
🩺 Symptoms
Blue smoke on startup and on trailing throttle. Reducing oil level between changes. Spark plugs oily on removal.
🔍 Possible Causes
Valve stem seal age hardening. Incorrect oil viscosity. Extended oil change intervals.
🛠️ Diagnosis Steps
Oil consumption test over 1000km of normal use to quantify the issue.
✅ Most Confirmed Fix
Replace all valve stem seals. Use Honda-specified 10W-30 engine oil. Change every 5000km.
74% of users confirm this fix worked (14 reports)
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