I've had my XF for about three weeks now. I checked the oil with the dip stick first day I had it and it looked like it was over max but, since the dip stick is a little different, I thought it was probably okay since the electronic reading signaled OK. I was changing my air filters out two days ago and noticed some oil residue around the valve covers on the left side of the block. I noticed just a little fresh oil sitting in one of the bolts.

I decided I'd better drain some oil out so I jacked it up and noticed that the protective cover was loose. Chrysler dealership must've lost the nut clip and just decided to leave it hang (previous owner was a lady, I'm assuming she took it to the dealer).

I had to drain out over a quart before I could get the level to move down below max.

Do you think I need to be concerned considering the oil film around the cover or is this normal?

Either way, I'm fuming about the utter carelessness of whomever serviced the vehicle. Lady probably paid good money for an oil change....