Vauxhall Astra G Diesel (1998 - 2004) - 98 2.0 dti - Major Oil Leak

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Mon 28 Sep 2009 19:25
98 2.0 dti - Major Oil Leak - kjh75
In the last week or so I've noticed oil leaking from the drivers side of the engine and then at the weekend the flow increased greatly.

I have traced the leaks back to the block, above the fan belt there are two threaded holes in the block, quite large, I'd say M16/M18? You can just make out the timing chain when looking into the holes. The oil is being flicked out of the two holes and covering the engine compartment on that side.

I assume that there should be some kind of threaded plug or grommet in each of the holes that has somehow loosened and fallen out but I've had no replies when I've gone to parts specialists.

Can anyone tell me what the parts might be called or even a part number? Maybe if anyone has had a similar experience?

Edited by Pugugly on 28/09/2009 at 19:51

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Mon 28 Sep 2009 20:19
98 2.0 dti - Major Oil Leak - Peter D
Assuming that is a cam cahin engine then you should not be able to see it, it is a wet bath system. I am surprised that you let this go for a week or so before you investigated. Go to a dealer tomorrow and obtain the parts, they will know what they are. Regards Peter
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Mon 28 Sep 2009 20:44
98 2.0 dti - Major Oil Leak - kjh75
Thanks Peter.

The car has been off the road since the oil leak was noticed, I took it in for test and it failed on a couple of jobs so I have been doing the work myself.

I have been phoning round local parts places and haven't been getting much assistance. There is a main dealer in the next town so I will try them.
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