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playahsofly
07-14-2007, 08:44 AM
hmmmmm i already set the oil to the right level... and change a new cap and put a different oil (5w30).... the oil still leaking from the cap... I CAN'T FIND THE ANSWER TO SOLVE THIS MESS ... any one know the answer to it>????
Pirate_copy
07-14-2007, 10:46 AM
hey mate

Have you checked that the oil pressure is not too high?

Will admit that i cant think how you would do that, but sounds to me like it is!!
VTi
07-14-2007, 10:50 AM
Damn man, with all your questions, if I were in your situation I would just take the car to a tech and have them thoroughly inspect it and fix it!
Pirate_copy
07-14-2007, 10:52 AM
Good call, though that is kind why WE are here!!!
VTi
07-14-2007, 10:54 AM
I know but it seems like theres a million and one problems with his car and then this oil cap business acts up again...

just saying is all.
Pirate_copy
07-14-2007, 11:03 AM
No no, i agree he should take it in buddy

Just dont want people to think we wont help hehehe
VTi
07-14-2007, 11:06 AM
Oh jeeze, I didnt mean to come off that way LOL!

I love lending mechanical help, I completely understand how crappy car trouble can be!
Pirate_copy
07-14-2007, 11:08 AM
Think this was my fault, sorry mate. Long day... :(

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How can you check the oil pressure? it must be possible as you can get gauges....plus you have a light if it gets too low....:dunno:
VTi
07-14-2007, 12:12 PM
Bahaha, dont worry bro. Ive had a long day also (5am wakeup + 12hrs of backbreaking labour! and I hit my head :-/ )

I like gauges. Ive never been one to like idiot lights lol

Good install: http://www.mz3.net/articles/231.html
SewerSideUp
07-14-2007, 01:01 PM
Oyy dude. . .Check your PCV valve It's on youre intake manifold.

Or the vintilatioin pipe rom the manifold to the air-box OR air-pipe.
K73
07-14-2007, 02:13 PM
you didnt mention if you changed your oil filter when you changed your grade of oil?? And when the oil leaks, is it alot like its overful or just a slight drip?
playahsofly
07-14-2007, 04:37 PM
you didnt mention if you changed your oil filter when you changed your grade of oil?? And when the oil leaks, is it alot like its overful or just a slight drip?

its just a slight drip ... hmmm its seem like high pressure that forces the oil out of the cap....
MPT 328is
07-14-2007, 04:53 PM
My 97 328is has a rubber washer around the oil fill spout, sometimes it comes loose. I don't know if that would cause your issue but you might check to see if it is still fastened on the oil fill spout.
playahsofly
07-14-2007, 05:08 PM
My 97 328is has a rubber washer around the oil fill spout, sometimes it comes loose. I don't know if that would cause your issue but you might check to see if it is still fastened on the oil fill spout.

i just bought it new at the BMW ... so i dont think thats the problem..
MPT 328is
07-14-2007, 05:23 PM
I'm not talking about the washer on the cap. I'm talking about the washer around the outside of the oil fill spout on the engine.
Sal329
07-14-2007, 06:14 PM
Check your crank case vent valve and all hoses. Email me when I get to work monday I can email you a pic of the hoses and valve.
playahsofly
07-14-2007, 06:52 PM
Check your crank case vent valve and all hoses. Email me when I get to work monday I can email you a pic of the hoses and valve.

oh okay i will email you on monday ... btw whats your email..i got your aim but not your email.
playahsofly
07-14-2007, 06:55 PM
I'm not talking about the washer on the cap. I'm talking about the washer around the outside of the oil fill spout on the engine.

where is it located ???
Sal329
07-15-2007, 11:44 AM
Salb329@yahoo.com sorry bout that.