Update: Cat urine / front grille oil leak ha

[Reddirocket27]

Noticed today a slight oil leak coming from beneath (I assume) the intercooler but on the very bottom of the bumper. I couldn't find any leak from above, but it's def coming from somewhere. Thoughts on places to look? 2018 EB, stock engine.

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[Reddirocket27]

It's an 18 EB (non-PP), I didn't think they had oil coolers? The level is spot on, and not running hot by any means, so I'll keep an eye on things.

 

[Reddirocket27]

All of this sounds fun lol - anywhere in particular to check without removing the bumper? Car runs great, spools strong, etc.

 

[Reddirocket27]

Yeah I would go with an oil line leak before an intercooler leak. Would also be unmetered air so the idle would be funky.

Has the oil recently been changed?

Nope, last time was back in July. Ford dealer (owed to me since it wasn't done at purchase in April) idle is solid, except right after I fill up the tank, but that seems to be a known evap concern with these engines.

 

[Reddirocket27]

I stop short by a gallon or so and it has fixed the problem - but back to this: any particular oil line I should look for, or just darker stained areas around each hose fitting? I'll get it up on ramps this week to take a good look.

 

[Reddirocket27]

Not sure, I was joking earlier I should've tasted it before washing the car! Sure looked like oil, just such a weird spot - seeping out throught the bumper grill like that. If I didn't know better, it'd have thought another car in front of me was leaking and just sprayed my front end.

 

[RIBS]

Rodent urine?

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