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jagrmeister
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Nov 24, 2011, 2:06 PM
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Oil leak on Echo 2005
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Hi guys,
I have a big oil leak on my Echo 2005. The leak is coming from some kind of connector/sensor plugged in the mid-front part of the engine about 3-4 inches above the oil filter (see pictures below). Oil drips a lot but only when the car is running. I was wondering what to do about it; Is it easily fixable or should I send it to a garage.
Thanks a lot in advance
Phil
Here is the connector.
That's it's location under the engine (photo taken from the front of the car)
(This post was edited by jagrmeister on Nov 24, 2011, 2:17 PM)
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Nov 24, 2011, 2:16 PM
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Can't see your pics for some reason, but does it look like this?
If so, that is your oil pressure switch that is leaking.
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jagrmeister
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Nov 24, 2011, 2:18 PM
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Re: Oil leak on Echo 2005
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I just fixed the link ;)
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Nov 24, 2011, 2:39 PM
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It's an oil pressure sender........ cheap fix but very important to do right away.
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jagrmeister
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Nov 24, 2011, 4:00 PM
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Thank you very much for the fast response guys, do you think I should replace it or maybe just tighten it could do the trick ?
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Nov 24, 2011, 4:09 PM
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It has to be replaced. It's leaking right through the sender itself.
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jagrmeister
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Nov 24, 2011, 5:04 PM
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Thank you Hammer Time, I will buy it tomorrow
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You'd better buy the special socket to replace it also. The parts store will have that too.
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Nov 24, 2011, 7:02 PM
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Ok I'll look for that, but is the oil pressure sender and oil pressure switch the same thing?
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Nov 24, 2011, 7:04 PM
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Yes
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Nov 24, 2011, 7:08 PM
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Thanks man.
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Nov 26, 2011, 9:57 AM
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Ok I found the right switch at NAPA and I am about to install it, I was just wondering if I need to add some kind of adhesive like teflon ?
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Nov 26, 2011, 10:09 AM
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That would be fine. I usually just put a little silicone sealer on the threads but it's pipe thread so it will tighten anyway.
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Nov 26, 2011, 10:25 AM
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Thank you Hammertime, I am finishing my burger and I will install it in a couple of hours. I'll give feedback thanks!
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Nov 26, 2011, 2:02 PM
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Got it and no leaks ! I had trouble finding the right socket size. Original part is Japanese (24mm) and generic part is American (7/8 inch). There is like 2 mm difference between the two...
Thank you very much Hammertime
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It's pretty rare that a regular socket will work. Most take a special "rounded edge" socket.
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