03 civic with 42k miles. today when i changed my oil after 4000 miles, ( 2500 miles in 4 days on long drive trip, and 1500 local), i noticed i had a low oil coming out of engine, abbout half a quart. Is it normal ? i usually put 3.7 with filter. the way i measure is pour the oil in the milk gallon and notice if its low or on point. please advise. thanks

 

If you're stating that the motor consumed 1/2 quart of oil in 4000 miles, that's not an excessive amount of consumption.

 

I'm at 142,xxx with ZERO consumption. Do you notice if the oil is being burned and/or leaking?

 

I am at 202,xxx and I leave about a tiny dimesized drop sometimes. Bout it. I'd check to make sure you're not leaking.

 

i would say its normal i lost a qt. in 1500 miles... mine doesnt leak at all just burns off.... I have 97k on my car and i dont notice performance lost so i dont know. I say your ok