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Old Feb 9, 2016 | 02:05 PM
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kingdavid54
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From: concord nc.
Default Re: ID the oil leak?

Originally Posted by bledrew
I just had the oil and filter changed a few days ago. Yesterday the check oil light came on. Took it back to have it checked. Turns out there was a hairline crack in the aluminum oil pan running vertically down from the middle bolt. It had been noted as a small lead around the bolt. The tiny bit of oil completely concealed the crack. The pan had not be whacked or damaged in any way. Now they're trying to find a replacement. Having the valve cover gaskets replaced at the same time. Costly, but essential to protect my baby. Sigh.
pardon me if I seem skeptical, anyway the pan will be certainly cheaper from Mercedes then it will be from Chrysler.
 
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