Turbo leaking oil

bpd1151 · January 20, 2016, 12:34:36 AM

I had a slight smell, but it wasn't overbearing.

I dropped the rear subframe, that was easiest imho. But others may think otherwise.

Matter of personal preference I suppose, as to how one chooses to making access less challenging.

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pmezo33 · January 20, 2016, 12:47:55 AM

My smell isn't overbearing either. Just noticeable after driving on the highway then coming to a complete stop. The smell becomes noticeable for a few seconds then goes away. Don't notice at all if moving or I turn the outside air circulation off. More annoying than anything.

ZSHO · January 20, 2016, 07:07:50 AM

I did my bro's rear turbo line a while back and spent more time on my back than anything i ever worked on,like othere's have mentioned be prepared for some obstacles and surely its not an easy task,hopefully you have a 2nd car to get to the Lincoln dealer just in case. Z

Blackhawk · January 20, 2016, 10:49:10 AM

Hrm I catch a whiff of oil every once in a while on my 2011, maybe I should run over to the dealer to have them check it out.

pmezo33 · January 30, 2016, 11:45:46 PM

Got the lower lines in.

Now working on the upper line on the front turbo. Got the banjo bolt out that connects to the turbo, but trying to disconnect the side of the oil line that connects to the block. Don't want to force it out and break anything. Anyone know how to get this part out? Does it just pop out?

ZSHO · January 31, 2016, 08:17:12 AM

I found this thread,hope it helps any. Z http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php/topic,2023.0.html

pmezo33 · February 02, 2016, 11:56:52 AM

So i ended up just replacing the banjo bolt and copper washer on the front upper line and all the leaking oil has stopped. I also did the lower lines on front and back turbo that were covered in oil.

I'd like to replace the banjo bolt and washer on the rear upper line, but not sure how to get to it. Looks really tight in there and not sure how to get at it. Anyone have any experience with this?

ZSHO · February 02, 2016, 10:14:53 PM

I would at this point invest in a Chiltons Manual online which ultimately can save you lots $$$$ and headaches in the long run,there are some pretty cool DIY projects included,just a thought and glad the Banjo Bolts worked out for ya. Z http://repair.chiltondiy.com/2010/Lincoln/MKZ/Repair-Manual-Online