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[TEST] CX-5 2.2d oil level rising between services

Wrencher18 Sep
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What fixed it · written by UnaJump to best answer ↓

Changed the oil and now do a long run every week

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QuestionUna (test, unconfirmed)New memberWrencher

Oil level is above the max mark a month after a service. Is that diesel getting in?

(Seeded test thread.)

Car
Mazda CX-5 2.2d · 2016 · 2.2 Skyactiv-D
Mileage
70,000
When
All the time
Already tried
Checked it cold on level ground
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Surjeet S.FabricatorOwns a CX-5 2.2d✓ Best answer

Yes, that’s diesel from failed regens. Change the oil now and do a long run weekly so regens finish. Check the level again in a fortnight.

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