Is there an oil leak in my 2003 Subaru Outback?
Regarding the follow-up to the major oil leak…I also have a 2003 3.0L Outback that has just developed a MAJOR oil leak. My wife and son dropped it off at a local Subaru dealer to be looked at and they said that both valve covers were leaking and the job would cost more than the car was worth – and the the engine needed pulled to fix the issue.
What kind of car has an oil leak?
This oil leak is common to the Taurus/Sable, Fusion/Milan, Jaguar S, Lincoln LS, and Mazda 6 models with the 3.0 Duratec V6 along with the Escape/MPV. As a mechanic I can’t see doing what is involved to remove the timing chain cover on these vehicles as it would cost a good portion of what many of these now older cars that have the leak are worth.
Why does my Ford engine have an oil leak?
They sealed small areas of the timing cover where castings mate called “T” joints with RTV sealant when the engines were made, and used a multi-piece gasket. The gaskets tend to shrink and the RTV deteriorates with heat/cooling cycles over the years and small oil leaks develop.
What to do if you have an oil leak?
Dye added to the oil and a UV light is probably a better way to go. This oil leak is common to the Taurus/Sable, Fusion/Milan, Jaguar S, Lincoln LS, and Mazda 6 models with the 3.0 Duratec V6 along with the Escape/MPV.
Is there an oil leak in a Subaru Impreza?
Yes if it is causing a cylinder misfire. Have a used Subaru Impreza etc 2003. The smell of burning oil/rubber comes inside the car & a little bit of smoke comes out of the engine. We don’t see any oil leaking while looking at the running engine.
What makes a Subaru 2.5 SOHC engine leak?
Also need to point out that the spark plug tube seals are only a problem on the 2.5 SOHC and the 2.2L SOHC second generation engines. Subaru 2.5L SOHC valve cover spark plug tube seals are very common to leak.
Where are the oil plugs on a Subaru?
There are two plugs; one above the water pump and the other one is to the left of the oil pump if you’re facing the engine. If you live in the Milwaukie or Portland Oregon area give us a call or contact us for a free vehicle inspection on your Subaru.