I was recently talked into inspecting a co-worker’s 2008 528i. During the inspection, one of the issues found was a leaking oil pan gasket.
Based on what I saw (and the info online), it appears that I will need to support the engine from the top and also lower the subframe in order to remove the oil pan bolts. The book time for the repair is 5 hours, but most shops are asking for 7-8.
I will be using a new OE gasket and installing new bolts. I plan to buy a new angle torque wrench and properly torque the bolts to the 8nM + 90-deg requirement.
Can anyone provide some tips on this job? This is new territory for me.
Thanks
Based on what I saw (and the info online), it appears that I will need to support the engine from the top and also lower the subframe in order to remove the oil pan bolts. The book time for the repair is 5 hours, but most shops are asking for 7-8.
I will be using a new OE gasket and installing new bolts. I plan to buy a new angle torque wrench and properly torque the bolts to the 8nM + 90-deg requirement.
Can anyone provide some tips on this job? This is new territory for me.
Thanks