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In Reply to: Re: oil leak posted by melg on March 25, 2000 at 13:45:14:
: : : I hope somebody can give some info about the oil leak I just recently noticed in my 95' 525I. Since I'm not mechanically savy at all I can't even tell you the exact name of the part where the leak seems to come from. It appears it is coming from a canister looking metal piece with a bolt on top that is located on the top left front side of the engine just behind the radiator hose. The leak appears substantial since it creates a puddle in my garage.Need help as to what this part is and how serious and what are the anticpated costs. I really would appreciate some help, so I am not taken advantaged of when I take it to my local garage. Mel
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: : Did you changing oil latetly ?
: : That round thing is the oil filter housing.
: : here we go:
: : * open it by unscrew the bolt and withdraw it out,
: : take the cap off and you will see the big o ring
: : seating in the groove,if you don't see it that
: : mean whoever do the oil changes for you forget
: : to replace it in there (come back and kick his
: : ass).
: : * if you see it put everything back and try to
: : tight it down again,also look at the bolt at the
: : end of it should have another small o ring too
: : you may have to buy a new oil filter and they
: : come with all the seal, o ring,washer for the
: : oil changes jobs and replace the whole thing if
: : you needed.(about 8 dollars)
: : good luck and keep the road cleaner.
: : tran.
: Yes I had the dealer change the oil about 6 weeks ago, thanks for your your info, its extremely helpful, have a good day. Mel.
IF IT FIXED PLEASE LET'S ME KNOW.
GOOD LUCK AGAIN.