cyberbob222 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Hi All, I have a L series Freelander born in 2000 with 170k miles on the clock. A few weeks ago i decided to change oil sump gasket as it was leaking - nothing dramatic, but i enjoy to have a car in good order. 1. On the first occasion i took the oil sump off, replaced a gasket with rubber one I purchased at the dealer /i don't think it was original tho as it was sold to me at lower than usually price - lets say 50% off/. Put it back on and... dribbling leak of oil. 2. On 2nd occasion i decided to add gasket type silicone on both side of the gasket. Put it back on and.... dribbling leak. 3. After taking the piece of aluminium off again i discovered there is a few cracks around the top left corner of sump, just around screw holes. I must have tighten them too hard while possible the sump was bent. Bought 2nd had oil pan since dealer asks 500 eur for new one. Put it on with silicone - all good. Until yesterday after driving 150 miles on motorway, around 60-70 mph. It leaks from exactly same spot as it was previously when i cracked the old one. It leaks only when pressure is applied - engine on. My plan is to do a bit of research on what types of gaskets are out there and when replacing it, applying a healthy amount of silicone. I would be grateful for some kind of advice. I am frustrated at this point and lying under my "black widow" stopped being a joyful type afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 extract from workshop manual for your sump remove & refit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
defv890 Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Are u sure it's the sump as use to do lots of oil cooler pipes and front and rear cranks seals They were a nightmare when in warranty to keep them oil tight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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