2004 300tdi engine with 75,000 miles on the clock.
Things I did and the order in which they were done:
1. Replaced rover cover gasket and torqued cover down firmly.
2. Replaced inlet/outlet manifold gasket
3. Torqued up oil pressure sensor firmly in place
4. Removed, cleaned, resealed engine sump paying attention to pattern of bolts while tightening in place and torque applied.
The result of actions 1-4? A clean engine block but drips are still making their way onto the driveway.
Next actions to be taken:
5. Replace vacuum pump as an oil leak is present
6. Replace cyclone breather
7. Replace rocker cover oil cap (very minor oil stain present)
8. Seeing an accumulation of small drops at rear of sump by the two lowest points of the bell housing so I assume the rear crank oil seal will have to be next.
9. Noticed a small oil stain growing at the direct front of the engine block. I assume this is the front crank oil seal? Planning for the timing belt change at the end of the year so will do that the same time.
All in an effort to keep the driveway clean. I feel that I am fighting a losing battle however.
Please tell me that I am not alone and that I will eventually get it sorted.....
Things I did and the order in which they were done:
1. Replaced rover cover gasket and torqued cover down firmly.
2. Replaced inlet/outlet manifold gasket
3. Torqued up oil pressure sensor firmly in place
4. Removed, cleaned, resealed engine sump paying attention to pattern of bolts while tightening in place and torque applied.
The result of actions 1-4? A clean engine block but drips are still making their way onto the driveway.
Next actions to be taken:
5. Replace vacuum pump as an oil leak is present
6. Replace cyclone breather
7. Replace rocker cover oil cap (very minor oil stain present)
8. Seeing an accumulation of small drops at rear of sump by the two lowest points of the bell housing so I assume the rear crank oil seal will have to be next.
9. Noticed a small oil stain growing at the direct front of the engine block. I assume this is the front crank oil seal? Planning for the timing belt change at the end of the year so will do that the same time.
All in an effort to keep the driveway clean. I feel that I am fighting a losing battle however.
Please tell me that I am not alone and that I will eventually get it sorted.....
