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Can I fix this Z3 leaking oil myself?
There is a large bolt in the timing chain cover on the offside side of the engine that appears to be leaking oil. Can I just remove this bolt and replace the seal washer or is there a lot more behind it that may be disturbed if the bolt is removed?
Asked on 30 May 2013 by Chris D S
Answered by
Honest John
Dangerous to do this yourself because the bolt is sleeved into the aluminium head and if you use too much torque you'll dislodge it. Seems a simple job but has to be done by someone who knows what they are doing, has the correct torque setting and has a torque wrench.
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