BlueFlameMetallicFX4

Here's a pic...look at the top of the ac compressor, that's where it starts. (where the oil is caking)

MisterC

I have what the dealer is calling a deformed oil pan. They had to order it and hoping to get it replaced this week

liv2hnt

My second time to the shop, turned out to be residual oil from the last leak. It was very clean, but I guess when it got hot from the road trip there was some more seeped out.

I have not noticed any more, so I think they got it corrected!

Woolval

Figured out how to attach a picture... see my next post.
Thanks!
Woolval

Woolval

My 2011 F-150 Eco Boost developed a leak, looked like oil to me. I took it to the dealer and the service advisor said the mechanic says the leak is "carbon". It is dripping from the exhaust crossover pipe, just behind the transmission. I have never heard of a carbon leak, nor did I know that carbon was a liquid. My understanding is that carbon builds up inside the manifold as solid deposits, not a liquid. So... I don't believe the answer. They also tell me they contacted Ford, and the factory says "this is normal". So, according to my dealer, who is Ford of Ocala in Ocala Florida, I am to expect this leak and there is no repair. Can you all say it with me... WTF!!!??? They MUST be kidding!! I have a 2011 F-150 with 6000 miles and I should expect it to drip on my driveway? Again... WTF???!!!

I suspect it's an issue with a turbo leaking oil into the exhaust. But how am I to prove that?

I'll pick up my truck today, but I will demand that his BS answers be doccumented on my service repair ticket. I have no desire to own a truck that will drip on my concrete driveway. They CAN"T BE SERIOUS!!

I'd love feedback from anyone who's had the same issue, plus any resolution that was provided.

Last time...WTF!!??

Thanks,

Woolval

BlueFlameMetallicFX4

That looks like an exhaust leak...at the joint. Best way to tell is morning start-up. Wait for a cool morning when your engine puts out a lot condensation. If it starts dripping from the joint or even a small stream of steam...it's an exhaust leak. The dealer probably isn't well versed at leaks but it can be fixed very easily with lead foil tape.

MadocHandyman

So what does it feel like?
If its oily and slick then it's oil.
If its sooty then it's carbon. We do have soot with these engines and they also produce condensation and water vapour in the exhaust, so yes it could be leaking liquid soot.

69428SCJ

I had the EXACT same leak on mine. I noticed it at the first oil change....around 3K for me. I had a drop of oil on the bottom of the timing cover that I noticed when I took the metal pan off under the engine. I have my own 4 post lift and do all my own maintenance. They resealed the front timing cover twice to no avail. They got a regional guy in and he said replace the front timing cover. It was replaced at 8K and the leak has not come back....around 20K now. Is is a royal PITA to get the cover off. My truck spent a total of 4 weeks in the shop getting this resolved. They believed there was a casting issue with the cover. The regional service rep told me if the new cover didn't work they were going to replace the engine. I had a free truck the entire time it was in the shop.

Woolval

Well, it felt oily to me, but then maybe that's because my mind told me it was oil. The dealer says it is carbon, the leak is at the joint of my two exhaust pipes, right at the back of the transmission. Maybe it is from water vapor mixing with carbon to create a dark drip that stains my concrete driveway. My truck is back home so I won't have any problem checking it again for a closer analysis!

BlueFlame, I'll look into the lead foil to see if it stops the drip. And I'll tell my dealer about it, but I doubt they would use it because it's not an "approved" repair from Ford. I can live knowing it's carbon and not oil, but I can NOT live with it dripping on my driveway. I HATE drips!! In all my cars, I haven't had any leaks for many years, and having one from a brand new $35K truck is simply unacceptable.

Thanks for your feedback.

69428SCJ

Maybe you can try tightening up the clamp. If not, remove the section and have a look in there. I looked at mine tonight up on the lift and I have nothing leaking or any signs of it ever leaking. I certainly don't think it is normal.