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oil leakage from top left side of engine LR3 - 2005 v8
Dear All
I notice oil leakage from top left side of engine LR3 - 2005 v8, picture below
Any idea what sensor is it? How to solve this? Shall we replace any kind of O-ring here only?
Thanks
2nd Jul 2017 10:48 am
thorgal
Member Since: 26 Nov 2008
Location: on the east side
Posts: 541
Hi .
This is a VVT solenoid sensor that is leaking.Actually what is leaking is a rubber O ring, that surrounds it.
Easy fix if you are careful and contrary to a popular belief , you don't have to remove a the whole VVT cover to replace just a small rubber piece. Sadly , LR does not sell a O ring separately, but if you look online you can source a Jaguar part , for the same engine , that IS sold individually. I will try to find a part number for you. Try to order two O rings as you will get a leak on the other side of engine as well as there is another VVT sensor that gives oil over time , it is just wear and tear item .Seals dry out and compromise integrity, that's all.
2nd Jul 2017 11:51 am
thorgal
Member Since: 26 Nov 2008
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Here is a JAGUAR part number :
AJ82856
After you get it, it is simply a matter of disconnecting a harness on top of VVT solenoid and then carefully pry out the old seal with a small screwdriver, going around it slowly until one edge is high enough to remove it. Wipe oil clean, Slide a new O rubber seal in , reconnect harness, job done.
2nd Jul 2017 12:01 pm
z1234567890
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Thanks a lot for your feedback, much appreciated!
2nd Jul 2017 12:42 pm
SafariDave
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Great info!
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2nd Jul 2017 2:05 pm
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