Bmw 550i leaking a lot of oil
12-15-2016, 07:52 AM
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Bmw 550i leaking a lot of oil
My 550i 2007 leaking a lot of oil from passenger side not sure what the problems I'm thinking a seal or right valve gasket
12-17-2016, 08:42 AM
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My Ride: Sold: 545i, sport package, cold weather, 6MT
Model Year: 2004
Engine: N62
Is it in the front? Could be upper timing cover gasket or the valve cover gasket. However, the most common failures on the pax side are the oil pressure switch and the vacuum pump. Have you fixed either of those yet?
12-17-2016, 06:45 PM
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My Ride: Sold: 545i, sport package, cold weather, 6MT
Model Year: 2004
Engine: N62
Well, I would start with those, then check the valve cover and upper timing cover. The V8s for these cars are notorious for oil leaks, so you're going to want to stay on top of this.