Fluid Leaks
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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| Coolant leak - External |
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This may be indicated by the emission of white smoke from the exhaust Coolant leak - Internal |
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| Engine overheats |
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| Engine takes too long to reach normal operating temperature |
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| Oil leaks - External |
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This may be indicated by the emission of blue smoke from the exhaust Oil leaks - Internal (leaks into the coolant or the combustion chamber) |
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Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Inspection
NOTE:
Slight surface oil dampness without drops are acceptable and should not be repaired as a leak.
- Remove the engine and/or transmission undershield(s) to gain access to the engine and transmission mating area REFER to: REAR UNDERSHIELD - PROJECT 8 (G2269180)NOTE: Allowing the vehicle to stand for 1 hour will allow any oil to drop to the bottom of the transmission housing.
- Make sure the engine is switched off and allow the vehicle to stand for 1 hour before proceeding to the next step.NOTE:
- Make sure that any Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) pads are peeled back to clean off any oil residue that may have seeped underneath.
- Make sure that the degreaser is sprayed in to the 3 breather holes between the mating faces to make sure the inside of the transmission housing is clean.
- Make sure the undershield(s) are cleaned of any oil residue.
- Clean the mating faces of the engine and transmission using a suitable degreaser.
Using a suitable rag, wipe the engine and transmission, removing any remaining oil residue and degreaser.
- Using a suitable leak detection spray, thoroughly coat the engine and transmission mating area.
- Remove the vehicle from the ramp and allow the vehicle to idle for 10 minutes.
- Increase the engine speed to 2000 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) for 30 seconds and return to idle.
- Allow the vehicle to idle for 10 minutes.
- Switch off the engine and leave the vehicle to stand for 1 hour.
- Place the vehicle back onto a suitable ramp and re-inspect for signs of leakage.
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Inspection Example Images.
The image below shows an OK condition; no visible evidence of oil. No crankshaft rear oil seal inspection test required.
The image below shows a not OK condition; the oil is a light brown color and is sticky to the touch. This can indicate an excess amount of shipping wax. Crankshaft rear oil seal inspection test required.
The image below shows a not OK condition; Oil is present between the engine and transmission mating faces, including evidence of oil in the 3 breather holes. Crankshaft rear oil seal inspection test required.