Getting a little annoyed...2nd time having my oil pan leak fixed.

[Dave2013M3]

Bought the car new in April 2020, took it in for the first oil change 3-4 mos. later and I complained that I am having a leak from the oil filter area. I figured it was just a loose oil filter, although I tried to tighten it by hand it didn't budge. They came back and told me that its a leaking oil pan and will have to be replaced.

Took it in for my final service contract oil change and I discussed that I am using about 1 litre of oil per 1k miles. Not real excessive but I wanted it to be known. The car now has 16k miles and felt it should be broken in properly but why am I still using 1 litre every 1k miles? Came back and they inform me the oil pan is leaking again. It wasn't as bad as the last time, as the last time I had evidence on my garage floor, but it is leaking again. ERRR!!!!

These damn composite oil pans are a pain in the ass to get them to seal properly. Last time it took them 2 weeks to get the car done as they were swamped. I told them I am not leaving the car at the dealer for 2 weeks for a 2 day repair. They told me it doesn't work that way. They told me they need the car in the system to get me in line with the master line tech who has to do the work. The previous tech was fired...now I know why.

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[Ponyupnow]

83000 miles on my '18, not a single leak yet. Daily driven.

 

[Dave2013M3]

83000 miles on my '18, not a single leak yet. Daily driven.

Oh its definitely hit and miss. From what the tech told me it is a pain in the ass to reseal them. They have to sit overnight and let every drop of oil empty out of the engine. Its just frustrating...

 

[Ponyupnow]

Oh its definitely hit and miss. From what the tech told me it is a pain in the ass to reseal them. They have to sit overnight and let every drop of oil empty out of the engine. Its just frustrating...

this could help.

 

[17Magnetic5.0]

Try a different dealer

 

[GWraith]

Check your compression I bet 1 of your cylinders is bad. These cars don't consume oil like that. If you don't see a puddle on the garage floor the leak isn't the source of the oil consumption. Why the pan is leaking I don't know should never have to reseal an oil pan unless someone took it off after the factory at one point.

You didn't mention if it's boosted that's the only reason id think the oil pan gasket would fail if a cylinder is bad and you're pressurizing the oil sump area.

 

[Dave2013M3]

this could help.

Car is under warranty...would love to have that though.

 

[Dave2013M3]

Check your compression I bet 1 of your cylinders is bad. These cars don't consume oil like that. If you don't see a puddle on the garage floor the leak isn't the source of the oil consumption. Why the pan is leaking I don't know should never have to reseal an oil pan unless someone took it off after the factory at one point.

You didn't mention if it's boosted that's the only reason id think the oil pan gasket would fail if a cylinder is bad and you're pressurizing the oil sump area.

Nothing is wrong with the engine...and yes Coyotes do drink oil. There is a reason Ford won't warranty the car unless the car consumes 1 litre per 750 miles. My car was at 1200 miles and its leaking. Turns out this is a problem for these oil pans.

 

[Dave2013M3]

Try a different dealer

I like S. Bay Ford. Never had an issue with them before. If it continues then we will see.

 

[LOL WUT]

Can you see a visible line of oil coming down the side of the filter by chance? If so, I’d investigate the oil pressure sensor just above the filter. I’ve seen several cars have the sensor back out a bit and result in a slow leak. Simply putting on some thread tape and snugging it up should fix it if it is the issue.

 

[Dave2013M3]

Can you see a visible line of oil coming down the side of the filter by chance? If so, I’d investigate the oil pressure sensor just above the filter. I’ve seen several cars have the sensor back out a bit and result in a slow leak. Simply putting on some thread tape and snugging it up should fix it if it is the issue.

I'll pass that on to the SA. Thanks

 

[ice445]

A composite pan isn't any harder to re-gasket than a steel pan, lol. It's just a job that requires meticulous clean up and preparation. I've done several in my day, the only comeback was when I rushed and torqued the sealant at the block and timing cover flange too early. If you rush, it won't last.

 

[Cobra Jet]

Tell the Tech to go buy:
https://www.permatex.com/products/g...right-stuff-black-1-minute-gasket-maker-5-oz/

I've never had an issue with seepage or leaks after using the product... best automotive sealant product out there...

 

[Dave2013M3]

A composite pan isn't any harder to re-gasket than a steel pan, lol. It's just a job that requires meticulous clean up and preparation. I've done several in my day, the only comeback was when I rushed and torqued the sealant at the block and timing cover flange too early. If you rush, it won't last.

Thanks Ice thats what the Tech told me. He felt the other tech rushed it. He said the same thing you just said. It has to be meticulously clean.

 

[Strokerswild]

this could help.

Funny how the GT500 gets a cast aluminum oil pan and valve covers when everything else gets composite trash.

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