Jump to content

Welcome to RennTech.org Community, Guest

There are many great features available to you once you register at RennTech.org
You are free to view posts here, but you must log in to reply to existing posts, or to start your own new topic. Like most online communities, there are costs involved to maintain a site like this - so we encourage our members to donate. All donations go to the costs operating and maintaining this site. We prefer that guests take part in our community and we offer a lot in return to those willing to join our corner of the Porsche world. This site is 99 percent member supported (less than 1 percent comes from advertising) - so please consider an annual donation to keep this site running.

Here are some of the features available - once you register at RennTech.org

  • View Classified Ads
  • DIY Tutorials
  • Porsche TSB Listings (limited)
  • VIN Decoder
  • Special Offers
  • OBD II P-Codes
  • Paint Codes
  • Registry
  • Videos System
  • View Reviews
  • and get rid of this welcome message

It takes just a few minutes to register, and it's FREE

Contributing Members also get these additional benefits:
(you become a Contributing Member by donating money to the operation of this site)

  • No ads - advertisements are removed
  • Access the Contributors Only Forum
  • Contributing Members Only Downloads
  • Send attachments with PMs
  • All image/file storage limits are substantially increased for all Contributing Members
  • Option Codes Lookup
  • VIN Option Lookups (limited)

Oil leak (from the front?)

Vish_ster

By Vish_ster
in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

 Share

Recommended Posts

Vish_ster Member

Vish_ster

Posted
Posted

Hi All,

Here it is...

My first ever issue with my recently purchased 2000 Box S...

Noticed an oil leak from the front part of the car (seems to be seeping thru the front bumper) in lil droplets.

The car has 61K miles on it and completed its 60K mile service at 57.5K.

I bought it right around that mileage and during the PPI, the mechanic did notice a oil filler tube leak, but he said it is nothing serious...

Since we are talking a mid-engined car here, what could be causing a leak of oil (it is brown and viscous) from under the front bumper?

Is this serious?

Appreciate your inputs on this for a Porsche Novice.... :unsure:

Mucho gracias,

Vish

:renntech:

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Vish_ster Member

Vish_ster

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Is your car a Tiptronic? Could be the middle radiator for the trans cooler??

It is a manual transmission. I'm going to look up the Bentley manual but was curious if anyone has seen this before...

Thanks for your valuable time on this White987 :beer:

Link to comment
Share on other sites
wvicary Member

wvicary

Posted
Posted

This is just a guess but could it the rust proofing that Porsche uses?? I believe it's called cosmoline. Possible it's getting hot enough from the cooling system for it to drip from the under carriage. Sorry I can't be of more help.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Moderators
Tool Pants Member

Tool Pants

Posted
  • Moderators
Posted

There is no source of engine oil in the front of the car, unless oil has mixed with coolant and the 3rd radiator has a leak.

Look at Bentley and let us know what this turns out to be. My guess is power steering or brake fluid. Hard to guess over the internet....

Link to comment
Share on other sites
986Jim Member

986Jim

Posted
Posted

If it was break fluid then your breakes would suck, so I'll give power steering fluid a go.. Have a look at the rack, and lines and pump. Brake fluid is possible, but check the resivoir and lines for it. It won't really be after the master cylinders main line if you still have really good brakes typically.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.