R56 Typical Oil Leaks
#1
Typical Oil Leaks
I was reading a thread below noting absurd dealer costs associated with oil leak problems. I like to be as proactive as possible and would like to address a problem before it happens as opposed to after. I know the R56's are oil leak prone so my question is:
Where do the most common oil leaks originate from and what parts are responsible?
Where do the most common oil leaks originate from and what parts are responsible?
#2
There are at least three that are often written up ---
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
#3
There are at least three that are often written up ---
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
It could have just as well been oil leaking, the outcome would have been much worse!
#4
If it ain't leaking don't fix it. I see no financial benefit to fixing what isn't leaking. Once it starts seeping than you can attack it. My last leaking car was a 98 BMW, dealer wanted $1300 and indy mechanic did it for $500. I could have done it for a lot less if I had the time and tools at the time.
#5
I know what you mean, it sounds silly to change parts that aren't broken. As time passes, my plans are to make this a track car. That will include significant modification and therefore, more prone to things going wrong. I am just trying to be as proactive as possible to keep the car functioning as well as possible.
#6
#7
There are at least three that are often written up ---
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
-valve cover - when replacing, requires extra silicone sealant on curvatures (driver side)
-timing chain tensioner works loose
-turbo oil inlet hose gets brittle and deteriorates
Then there's always workmanship issues when changing oil and oil filter.
There's probably others, but I haven't had them.
__________________
Your Trusted Source For DIY and Parts
FREE SHIPPING over $99 click here
MINI Parts | DIY Help | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Promos
888.280.7799 | 6am - 5pm PST
FREE SHIPPING over $99 click here
MINI Parts | DIY Help | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Promos
888.280.7799 | 6am - 5pm PST
Trending Topics
#9
We have the turbo oil line replacement in our turbocharger replacement DIY here that may be helpful to you when you go to tackle that job.
__________________
Your Trusted Source For DIY and Parts
FREE SHIPPING over $99 click here
MINI Parts | DIY Help | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Promos
888.280.7799 | 6am - 5pm PST
FREE SHIPPING over $99 click here
MINI Parts | DIY Help | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Promos
888.280.7799 | 6am - 5pm PST
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
obscurity2
R56 :: Hatch Talk (2007+)
15
10-26-2015 11:37 PM
ECSTuning
Vendor Classifieds
0
09-22-2015 06:26 AM