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Re: OIL PAN Bolt Broke. (archive)
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Posted by Peter S on June 23, 2001 at 11:59:37:

In Reply to: OIL PAN Bolt Broke. posted by Jean on June 23, 2001 at 11:45:31:

If you're careful you can drill it (use a center punch to stay centered) and use an "EZ-OUT" to remove it. Otherwise if there is anything to grab onto use some vie grips and twist it out.
Peter S


I just bought a 320i (80) and The ladies just had the oil pan seal replaced. So I was happy until I see oil drips in my drive way a few weeks later. I researched a little and found the little bolts that hold the oil pan in place have broken. right under the oil filter. so my guess is when it gets presure in the egine it pushes the oil right out!.

I see that the head of the bolt has broken off and my guess is the shop over tightened. Well how can I get it out? Drill it out? Or should I go to some shop and have them take it out so I can put another in?

Jean




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