In my 540i
12-24-2007, 02:40 PM
looks like its coming from above the oil pan. What should I look for. Valvecover gasket looks fine and the leak looks like its coming from the side the airbox is on soooo. Whats up with my car. Its got 140xxx miles btw
In my 540i
12-24-2007, 06:02 PM
cleaned up the floor this mourning and now there is a palm sized puddle under the car PLEASE HELP MY CAR IS BLEEDING!!!! AND MY PARENTS WANT TO KILL ME!!!
gldfshkpr
12-24-2007, 08:05 PM
As far as I know, there are two gaskets on the timing chain cover. Could also be the oil pan gasket. Could be the main seal between the engine and transmission. Head gaskets are notorious for leaking.
In my 540i
12-24-2007, 11:09 PM
so u mean the head gasket. Etwwen the head and the block correct?
In my 540i
12-25-2007, 04:08 AM
and it drops right next to the front right wheel.
ptarditi
12-25-2007, 12:49 PM
The upper timing cover gasket is one piece and is not the same as the head gasket. You will need to remove the valve cover gaskets (and inner and outer,replace them) andthen the timing chain tensioner the front cover(the upper timing cover) . You will need to put dabs of sealant (like GMS or Hondabond) at the corners of this gasket and will need to pry down on the timing cover then tighten the 6 bolts that hold this cover in place. In reality its a lot easier to put a large baking type pan under the car and keep an eye on the oil consumption.
In my 540i
12-28-2007, 05:52 PM
cooooool thanks. and its a lot easier on my than receiving shit for fucking up the driveway
tsweers89
12-28-2007, 11:32 PM
Fix the problem. Dont try to bandaide it.