# 2012 Buick Verano - oil temp doesn't get high enough

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**Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\
**Tags:** verano, buick\
**Created:** [January 3, 2019, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-verano-oil-temp-doesnt-get-high-enough/131920 "2019-01-03T19:05:46Z")\
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**Post date:** [January 4, 2019, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-verano-oil-temp-doesnt-get-high-enough/131920/10 "2019-01-04T16:23:24Z")

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I believe the base engine is the 2.4 DI. There are issues with the timing chains and premature wear of piston rings. I would turn off “ECO” mode (if equipped) as it lowers idle speed. Also check oil level frequently and change the oil at a 5k interval.

This is my experience with the 2.4 DI in my 2013 Equinox.

> [@2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2.4 Oil Consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-2-4-oil-consumption/89727/85):
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> Oh, excuse me. I appear to accidentally stumbled upon a political forum. Can anyone direct me to Car Talk, please?

Ed B.

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