Oil Leak

[ChrisUK]

I spotted a patch of oil on the drive last night, and under inspection, found my underside tray to have a residue of oil on it. It wasn't dripping out, but it was visible.

I had a load of work done at JBS the other week, do you think it could have just been the remains of this (had the clutch done, shortshifter dogbone mounts etc) ? Or has something gone pop ?

Oil levels still seem fine.........

 

[ChrisUK]

Noone have any ideas?

 

[RobM]

It's an impossible question to answer mate, based on a photo.... that's probably why you've had no replies. If all oil and other fluid levels are fine and the leak is not a continuous leak, then it should be fine. But keep an eye on the fluid levels each day to make sure everything is ok.

 

[ChrisUK]

Nice one Rob

 

[cuprakitty]

I have just discovered this problem, very similar pattern of leakage to your photo but its on the passenger side of my LC. Did you find out what was causing it?

 

[andyj]

something worth checking is the turbo outlet pipe that comes off the top of the turbo and joins to the boost pipe. It's a red 90' silcone hose.

Mine went on the LCR and caused oil to drip on to the undertray, and also cause oily smoke when the turbo got hot.

£60 for a replacement from Forge, or £85 for one from Seat (+ £35 for a new heat wrap!)