Oil Leaks

[KevinH90]

I've been chasing after some oil leaks in my 2000 Base Boxster with just under 101k on it.  In previous efforts, I had the RMS and the oil filler tube replaced.  That slowed things down, but it was still leaking.  I have also replaced two of the spark plug tubes and their associated O-Rings when I found oil in them during spark plug replacement.

Today, I had the following work done:

R&R Intake Manifold Plenum - this included replacing various O Rings, Clamps, RTV, etc. under the plenum.  I also had the following major parts replaced: 99617401571 - Crankcase Vent Valve, 99610327257 - Breather Hose, 99610716401 - Breather Hose.

The mechanic who did the work told me that there was oil deposited on the top of the engine and several O-rings and clamps were leaking.

I'll keep checking to see if this solved the problem.  
 

[Jager]

I've been chasing after some oil leaks in my 2000 Base Boxster with just under 101k on it.  In previous efforts, I had the RMS and the oil filler tube replaced.  That slowed things down, but it was still leaking.  I have also replaced two of the spark plug tubes and their associated O-Rings when I found oil in them during spark plug replacement.

Today, I had the following work done:

R&R Intake Manifold Plenum - this included replacing various O Rings, Clamps, RTV, etc. under the plenum.  I also had the following major parts replaced: 99617401571 - Crankcase Vent Valve, 99610327257 - Breather Hose, 99610716401 - Breather Hose.

The mechanic who did the work told me that there was oil deposited on the top of the engine and several O-rings and clamps were leaking.

I'll keep checking to see if this solved the problem.  

 

Have you changed the O-Rings on your Oil Cooler? Oil on top of the engine is an indication you might have a problem there.

[KevinH90]

He replaced several O rings.  I'll ask him if he replaced the one on the oil cooler. 

[KevinH90]

I've driven the car about 150 miles since my last post. I'm not smelling hot oil anymore, but there was a white, fine-grit deposit on the back of the car. (It noticed it because it was making the view from the backup camera look cloudy.) I washed it off on Saturday, but it was back after I drove 30 miles to work today.

I thought it might be leaking coolant, but the level in the tank is fine. It seems to be coming from under the engine since it is lightly coating the bottom of the bumper. I cannot be sure, but it does not appear to be coming from the exhaust.

Any ideas about the source?

[JuncoJones]

The way I solved ALL leaking problems in my car was by getting comfortable opening the engine compartment (service mode) and thoroughly inspecting it every couple of months. After checking for leaks, I degrease / pressure wash it (1700 PSI, 10 degree nozzle) to finally dry it with a shop-vac leaf blower... It honestly looks like new. Also jack-standing the car and looking underneath helps, to have a complete picture of where leaks / potential issues could be coming from.

 

This proactive approach drastically reduced unscheduled maintenance calls and car issues through time.

Edited October 31, 2015 by JuncoJones