SePl Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 hello, when changing oil they have found a leak, can you tell me if it seems a big problem to you ? what is the procedure and how much would it cost ? it doesn't seem urgent ? thank you for your feedback ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thequietman Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 Old vehicle, so is to be expected. ???? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Shot Posted July 26, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 26, 2020 Valve cover gasket? That should be an easy fix, but not to worry unless you're losing bunches of oil, or getting smoke in the cab. IMHO. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post VocalNeal Posted July 26, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 26, 2020 As leaks flow downhill! Rocker cover gasket. Easy fix. Or put a socket on those small nuts near your pointer and see if you can tighten them up a bit. Give the engine a good wash and keep an eye on it. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 What was the hole used for, does it have a thread or is it just a dodgy casting .....? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 2 minutes ago, transam said: What was the hole used for, does it have a thread or is it just a dodgy casting .....? What hole ? Agree with other posters, its a leaky rocker cover gasket, very easy fix. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 1 minute ago, Don Mega said: What hole ? Agree with other posters, its a leaky rocker cover gasket, very easy fix. From the pic it looks like a 'pen point' is poked in a hole. OP, is there a hole or are you pointing at oil...? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkk6060 Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 1 hour ago, transam said: What was the hole used for Yes, I ask the same.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formaleins Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 2 hours ago, transam said: What was the hole used for, does it have a thread or is it just a dodgy casting .....? That is just part of the casting, the leak is as others have already said seeping from the rocker cover, replace the gasket or tighten the nuts a bit. Not a major issue, 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
checkered flag Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 1 hour ago, Formaleins said: That is just part of the casting, the leak is as others have already said seeping from the rocker cover, replace the gasket or tighten the nuts a bit. Not a major issue, Take it into the dealer. They do these everyday and are less likely to screw up than the guy on the corner whose doing it the first time. In the US I avoided the dealer shop and preferred independent shops that specialized (in Volvo or Mercedes) or I did it myself. They depended on repeat business so were more customer friendly. Here I go to the Toyota dealer and they are great. I can even watch them from the waiting room. Not an expensive fix. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 In the second picture,above and to the right of the pen, the bolt in the rocker cover seems to have a crack around it...or is it just the picture. regards worgeordie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post VocalNeal Posted July 26, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 26, 2020 SePl, This is a minor problem and does not require any real worry. When a car returns to the pits with a large hole in the side of the engine through which every now and again one can see a broken connecting rod. That is a problem. Just for drunken perspective 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 13 hours ago, Formaleins said: That is just part of the casting, the leak is as others have already said seeping from the rocker cover, replace the gasket or tighten the nuts a bit. Not a major issue, OP, clean the area and take another photo, plus, is that a hole in the casting...? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredob43 Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 20 hours ago, checkered flag said: Take it into the dealer. They do these everyday and are less likely to screw up than the guy on the corner whose doing it the first time. In the US I avoided the dealer shop and preferred independent shops that specialized (in Volvo or Mercedes) or I did it myself. They depended on repeat business so were more customer friendly. Here I go to the Toyota dealer and they are great. I can even watch them from the waiting room. Not an expensive fix. I have use several Toyota service places and they all let me stand with the Car as they work on it. That way I can point out what I want them to do. Helps as my Technical Thai is at best rubbish. Give it a go I'm sure you'll be fine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktm jeff Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 Go to a good detailers , and have the engine steam cleaned. A good idea every few years. Check/nip up the cam cover nuts - not too tight - and keep an eye on it. If it still weeps , have the gasket/rubber seal replaced. Maybe 1500 Baht. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapson Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 To the left of the blue pen last photo their appears to be a recess with a thread where a bolt or nut and washer should be, if thats replaced could help with the leak, but maybe im just not seeing it right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluejets Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Don't try to fix this by tightening the bolts whatever you do. Many of these have spacers under the studs and pull down to a predetermined level when tight. If you try to tighten the bolts, you'll end up snapping them off and then you are in real trouble. Reason it leaks is the gasket goes hard and brittle with age. As suggested above, take it to a reputable repair shop and have new gasket fitted. Not a big job but clearly you have little knowledge and you could end up breaking something and costing far more than it should. It does not appear to be a model where the plugs go down through the cover, but if so, then these seals need replacement at the same time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
checkered flag Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 50 minutes ago, bluejets said: Don't try to fix this by tightening the bolts whatever you do. Many of these have spacers under the studs and pull down to a predetermined level when tight. If you try to tighten the bolts, you'll end up snapping them off and then you are in real trouble. Reason it leaks is the gasket goes hard and brittle with age. As suggested above, take it to a reputable repair shop and have new gasket fitted. Not a big job but clearly you have little knowledge and you could end up breaking something and costing far more than it should. It does not appear to be a model where the plugs go down through the cover, but if so, then these seals need replacement at the same time. Some valve covers gaskets require a sealer and some don't. Also as stated there could be seals and/or spacers. Go to the dealer they have the proper procedures. It might cost a small amount more but it should be done correct. Very easy job for trained mechanic. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecoscape Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 On 7/26/2020 at 3:16 PM, thequietman said: Old vehicle, so is to be expected. ???? Had the same on my three year old ford ecoscape.apparently a common fault. ford replaced the Rocker cover gasket for 1500 baht 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almer Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 On 7/26/2020 at 7:35 PM, worgeordie said: In the second picture,above and to the right of the pen, the bolt in the rocker cover seems to have a crack around it...or is it just the picture. regards worgeordie Your attention to detail is outstanding sir. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billpro785 Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 it is a threaded hole used to mount optional brackets , and is closed so no oil can leak out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingamabob Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 First try tightening the rocker cover nuts. If that doesn't work, replace the gasket. If that doesn't work, better investigate that hole. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 2 hours ago, checkered flag said: Some valve covers gaskets require a sealer and some don't. Also as stated there could be seals and/or spacers. Go to the dealer they have the proper procedures. It might cost a small amount more but it should be done correct. Very easy job for trained mechanic. Its not the 1960's and the gasket wont be cork... no sealant required. Gasket will be rubber and either a bolt(s) have come loose or the rubber has gone brittle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 5 minutes ago, Thingamabob said: First try tightening the rocker cover nuts. If that doesn't work, replace the gasket. If that doesn't work, better investigate that hole. What hole ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 13 minutes ago, Don Mega said: What hole ? The "possible" one with a pen stuck in it.....???? Wheres the OP gone, is it a hole in the casting.......? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 9 minutes ago, transam said: The "possible" one with a pen stuck in it.....???? Wheres the OP gone, is it a hole in the casting.......? As I said, what hole. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 46 minutes ago, Don Mega said: As I said, what hole. I am not asking you, am I...???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SePl Posted July 28, 2020 Author Share Posted July 28, 2020 Thank you to all, I will take a new photo after cleaning the part, but it's not my car so can take a while. Standard gasoline if enough to clean the engine ? About the hole. I don't know what it is also, other vigo do not have it ? So I understand that it's just the gasket cover joint that is leaking, and it's not urgent repair. But then, can this joint be changed or something like silicone must be used ? Do you think that any standard garage can do it in 1 hour while i'm waiting ? Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 1 minute ago, SePl said: Do you think that any standard garage can do it in 1 hour while i'm waiting ? Or less. But they have to know it is coming so they can fit it in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 (edited) 13 minutes ago, SePl said: Thank you to all, I will take a new photo after cleaning the part, but it's not my car so can take a while. Standard gasoline if enough to clean the engine ? About the hole. I don't know what it is also, other vigo do not have it ? So I understand that it's just the gasket cover joint that is leaking, and it's not urgent repair. But then, can this joint be changed or something like silicone must be used ? Do you think that any standard garage can do it in 1 hour while i'm waiting ? Thanks again. Maybe If they have a new gasket, it is such a small leak don't panic. This part of the oil system is not pressurized. Edited July 28, 2020 by brianthainess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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