Can someone tell me what could cause this oil residue that's on the engine? Is it most likely the head cover gasket? Note that these pictures were actually taken after I cleaned it up a bit, there was more to start with. I appreciate any help!
Soldier
Can someone tell me what could cause this oil residue that's on the engine? Is it most likely the head cover gasket? Note that these pictures were actually taken after I cleaned it up a bit, there was more to start with. I appreciate any help!
Wiseguy
Could be oil coming down from VCG and/ or power steering fluid flowing upward when you drive.
Typically, VCG leaks at passenger corner and you smell burning oil.
Afraid you need to clean it well completely and see where the leak develops.
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Soldier
Alright thanks, I'll try to clean it better tomorrow and watch it closely the next couple of weeks. I haven't smelled any oil yet.
Capo di tutti capi
Valve cover gasket.
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Capo
My car's doing that to a lesser extent, and it's definitely a failing VCG.Originally Posted by danewilson77
Soldier
Thanks guys. If it is a VCG is there a tutorial on doing the repair yourself? How tough is that DIY? And where should I look for the replacement part(s)?
Capo di tutti capi
Job is super easy. May want to consider swapping spark plugs (while you're in there).
Realoem.com is a great place to find part numbers then plug into either FCPEuro.com or ecstuning.com
Here is an option:
https://www.fcpeuro.com/BMW-parts/33...cover%20gasket
Other kits may have other parts and options (bolt grommet gaskets, etc)
Here is a video:
https://youtu.be/qWgMrJcww_Y
Here is a direction example:
http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/tech...alve_Cover.htm
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Vanos feed line is probably leaking too
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Yep. If OP is going to do the valve cover gasket, may want to consider doing the vanos seals and vanos oil line while in there. But then while doing the vanos oil line might as well do the oil filter housing gasket.
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Capo
Nooo...don't tell me I should also be doing the OFHG today too.
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