Finally took the car back to the Honda dealership today.
I told them to check the piston rings, because I learned from you folks here that it is a common cause for 2008 Honda Accord’s excessive oil consumption issue.
The advisor didn’t listen to me at the beginning. He said they needed to have the leaks fixed first, before they could check the piston rings.
I had to tell him that I have learned from friends (you all are my friends now ) that 2008 Accord has this very common issue, and I said this should be covered by Honda warranty.
He told me that he understood what I said, but he insisted that Honda warranty for this issue only covers either 8 years or 125k miles, whichever comes first. But my car is already 10 years old.
Since he wouldn’t consider my request, I had to ask to talk to their manager. He told me to wait and said he would be back with more details soon.
Finally, after over half an hour of waiting, the advisor came back. He agreed to submit a request to Honda, asking if they would approve an engine repair to be covered by Honda warranty. He said I would need to wait up to two weeks before hearing back and it could be rejected. He said if the request was approved, I would need to pay for parts, not the labor cost.
I ended up having only the oil change done for today.
For sure I will definitely remember to check the engine oil level frequently this time, maybe every day, before I take it back to the dealership again. I have learned a lesson
Fingers crossed now, I remain hopeful and am hoping for the best.
Thank you very much, again, for sharing your insights and expertise!