Possible RMS

[contact781]

My new to me 02-c2 coupe with 8K miles has developed some small oil drips on the garage floor, dead center rear, usually only happens after a 100 mile trip and not around town driving.

Could this be an RMS issue?

I wouldn't think an 8K miles car would do this but maybe milage has nothing to do about it!

[Loren]

Could RMS or IMS if it from the joint between the engine and transmission.

My first RMS leak was at 9000 miles.

[eben]

Another possible RMS

Just took my 02 C4S (24500km) in to the dealer this afternoon for a quick check as my factory warranty is over next week. Up on the hoist it went and after a few minutes, they called me to have a look. There was a wet spot ( no drips ) near the plug that accesses the front chain tensioner which the mechanic said was no biggy, easy to fix. Right at the bottom right between the tranny and engine case, there was a dirtier patch not as wet looking. This looked like the start of a RMS or IMS leak. I had not yet seen any drips on the garage floor. The service manager said that if I was paying, he would not try to sell a repair on this early sign of a leak but because it is still in warranty and he can self authorize, it should be fixed now so I can have a few more good leak free years. They are ordering parts and will do the repair next week. I felt glad that I had taken the time to arrange the check out.

I'll report on how it went after the fix. I have done a lot of reading about leaks and I intend to make sure I am getting the latest seal ( they said that is what they are ordering ) and that they are using the latest insertion tool. I'll also ask about the go nogo gage.

[evansaero]

Had RMS replaced and within a couple hundred miles I have a 2 tablespoon size oil leak on the floor. At least it won't cost me anything being that porsche gives a 2 year warranty from time of replacement.

I haven't taken it back in yet and have driven about 300 miles and had to add half a bottle of oil to bring it up to the same level as before..

Does that seem to be to much or can I cont on until I can get it back into the shop? :renntech: