strange one this…(at least with my limited knowledge of engines)
Changed the spark plugs on the car today (MK1 Focus, 1.6)
The threads were coated in engine oil, a little alarming. But the actual electrodes, while not the browny/grey they should be, werent coated in shiny oil.
Put the new plugs in, fire it up. Sure enough the exaust is a little smokey, but this soon subsides.
MPG is normal and its not burning excessive oil (for an 117k motor…)
Any ideas? I dont think oil is leaking into the cylinder during operation, as the exhaust would be smokey and I’d be regularly topping up, neither of which is true.