Help. Went for oil change at dealer. They said they see signs of a leaking differential.

BrunotheBoxer · Nov 14, 2019

I have never seen a drop of oil.

Is this a legit problem or bullshit. 2014 with track pack.

They say to get it looked at in spring as car is put away now and is most likely a bad gasket?

What say you experts?

Catmonkey · Nov 14, 2019

I've seen a few have problems with the differential fittings on the track pack cars. I don't think they use gaskets on the inspection covers anymore, just silicone sealer.

BrunotheBoxer · Nov 14, 2019

Catmonkey said:
I've seen a few have problems with the differential fittings on the track pack cars. I don't think they use gaskets on the inspection covers anymore, just silicone sealer.

What is the fix?
Just redo the silicone ?

Catmonkey · Nov 14, 2019

Yes, but that's probably not the issue. There's not a whole lot of things that could damage that seal once it's bonded. I think the fitting has to be replaced. This is for the cooler lines that plug into the inspection cover. It probably only leaks when oil is circulating through the pump, if you see no evidence of a leak. I've seen a thread somewhere with a part number. I'll see if I can find it.

BrunotheBoxer · Nov 14, 2019

Catmonkey said:
Yes, but that's probably not the issue. There's not a whole lot of things that could damage that seal once it's bonded. I think the fitting has to be replaced. This is for the cooler lines that plug into the inspection cover. It probably only leaks when oil is circulating through the pump, if you see no evidence of a leak. I've seen a thread somewhere with a part number. I'll see if I can find it.

Thanks pal.

Catmonkey · Nov 14, 2019

No, I found the thread, but the solution was cleaning and retightening the lines. I found quite a few threads with the complaint, but no one ever really posting the resolution. Perhaps one of those guys will chime in.

13COBRA · Nov 14, 2019

You should easily be able to see any kind of leak or seep.

cidsamuth · Nov 14, 2019

If it ends up being the cover that's leaking, consider redoing with a Lubelocker gasket. Much cleaner than using silicone, much less room for installer error, and the car can be put back into service immediately.

Worked like a charm for me, and no leaks despite my gear installing scratching up the surface when he pried off the cover. >:

biminiLX · Nov 14, 2019

I think Track pack cars had fittings leaking at times.
Do you ever see drops in the garage?
Sounds like a reason to make the best mod you can after tires....gears

-J

BrunotheBoxer · Nov 14, 2019

biminiLX said:
I think Track pack cars had fittings leaking at times.
Do you ever see drops in the garage?
Sounds like a reason to make the best mod you can after tires....gears
-J

Nope. Never had a drop of oil.

fearthesnake · Nov 15, 2019

BrunotheBoxer said:
Nope. Never had a drop of oil.

If there is no visible oil leaks and not wet around the cover or any fittings, sounds like the Dealer is full of.... You should be able to spot it easily.

No leaks, no strange noises, no problem imo. Would drive with no worries.

BrunotheBoxer · Nov 15, 2019

fearthesnake said:
If there is no visible oil leaks and not wet around the cover or any fittings, sounds like the Dealer is full of.... You should be able to spot it easily.

No leaks, no strange noises, no problem imo. Would drive with no worries.

I do see signs of a little seepage on the cover.

svt662 · Nov 17, 2019

Wait until spring and bring it to Tasca Ford RI I bet it will be a simple fix....Happy Holidays !!!

Help. Went for oil change at dealer. They said they see signs of a leaking differential.

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