9000 L4-1985cc 2.0L DOHC (1986)
Engine Oil: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Correcting Oil Leaks
FILE IN S.I. Man.
VOL. I
SEC. B-2
PG. 15
ISSUE:
01/89-1107
SUBJECT:
CORRECTING ENGINE OIL LEAKS
APPLICATION: 1986 TO MID-88 9000 MODELS
Several running changes have taken place during the 1988 model year which help reduce the likelihood of engine oil leaks in 9000 cars. These changes
include new components at the engine oil dipstick, the timing cover and the oil level sender. Installing these new parts on 1986 to Mid-88 9000's as
described below will be effective in correcting and preventing oil leaks.
FIGURE 1 - THE NEW RUBBER-COATED STEEL TIMING COVER GASKETS.
Timing Cover Gaskets
Beginning with Engine No. K025250, the fiber gaskets used to seal the timing cover have been replaced by rubbercoated steel gaskets Figure 1.
Timing cover gasket
P/N 91 17 847
Timing cover gasket
P/N 91 17 839
Use the gaskets listed above for all work required to repair oil leaks at the timing cover.
FIGURE 2 - AN IMPROVED O-RING IS AVAILABLE FOR THE OIL LEVEL SENDER.
Oil Level Sender
An improved O-ring is available for sealing the oil level sender in the oil sump.
O-ring
P/N 80 46 625
After removing the level sending unit, clean off any metal shavings and inspect the sealing surfaces for damage. Apply a light coat of grease to the new