'87 325i vert, oil leak.

[mcbonio]

Was tinkering around, trying to locate a small oil leak the car has only when the engine is on, suggesting components that the oil reaches when its pressurised.

I found out what it was, it's seeping from this plug thing on the oil filter housing. Can this be tighten? How can I fix this?

[TPS]

Its a common Oil Leak:-

http://e30.bmwdiy.info/oil-leak/index.html

I've got a BMW repair Kit, if your Interested.

[mcbonio]

Ah great, looks pretty easy to fix, getting that snap ring out may be fiddly. How much do you want for the repair kit ?

[Brianmoooore]

The problem is caused by a poor choice of material for the 'O' ring that seals the cap (covering the thermostat for the oil cooler).
The kit has an 'O' ring in an improved material and shape, a new cap to fit it, and a new snap ring to hold it in.

[mcbonio]

Where can I get one? Stealership?

[TPS]

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do ... g=30&hl=36

Its the bottom Part (Gasket Set), I'd want a £5 Delivered

[mcbonio]

Done, PM sent.!


All I need is this gasket set and my 325i will be finally dry from its many leaks its had. My driveway is destroyed.! lol