2001 S40 Front main seals

Tom Sawyer · Mar 30th, 2021, 23:27

2001 S40 148k on the clock
Replaced in last 3-4 Years, for reference
** Oil Trap / PCV Box / Breather Box - all associated parts
** Timing Belt, Tensioner, Idler, VVT Gear, 3 Camshaft seals, 1 Crankshaft seal, 2 Hoses to Oil cooler, Serpentine Belt, Replaced new/oiley U-shaped PCV hose with original/better shape
** Fuel Pressure Regulator
** Flex pipe – welded new one on – now car is quiet !
** Both Engine Coils
** Ignition wiring harness – due to shutting off, sputtering, and start issues
** Blown Head gasket .. Mechanic pulled the head, sent it out to be cleaned, resurfaced the head, machined the valves and seats, adjusted valves, installed new valve seals, installed a thermostat kit, and threw in a new coil.
** Cost for above = $zero$ = long story
** Sway Bar Bushings, Steering Rack Boots
** Oil Cap Gasket

Current Issue = very minimal oil leak
Mechanic says it is the front engine seals

** Assuming this is the answer - how long before the seals blow and blow up the engine ?
** What else can I replace while he is "down there" replacing he seals ?
** I also need a Suspension Strut Bumper = an expensive repair
... I can't find a "Quick Strut" which would be a quick plug and play repair

Thanks much for your help or comments.

Tom in Carolina

Mar 30th, 2021, 23:27	#1
Tom Sawyer Junior Member Last Online: Apr 27th, 2024 04:07 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Centerville	2001 S40 Front main seals 2001 S40 148k on the clock Replaced in last 3-4 Years, for reference Oil Trap / PCV Box / Breather Box - all associated parts Timing Belt, Tensioner, Idler, VVT Gear, 3 Camshaft seals, 1 Crankshaft seal, 2 Hoses to Oil cooler, Serpentine Belt, Replaced new/oiley U-shaped PCV hose with original/better shape Fuel Pressure Regulator Flex pipe – welded new one on – now car is quiet ! Both Engine Coils Ignition wiring harness – due to shutting off, sputtering, and start issues Blown Head gasket .. Mechanic pulled the head, sent it out to be cleaned, resurfaced the head, machined the valves and seats, adjusted valves, installed new valve seals, installed a thermostat kit, and threw in a new coil. Cost for above = $zero$ = long story Sway Bar Bushings, Steering Rack Boots Oil Cap Gasket Current Issue = very minimal oil leak Mechanic says it is the front engine seals Assuming this is the answer - how long before the seals blow and blow up the engine ? What else can I replace while he is "down there" replacing he seals ? ** I also need a Suspension Strut Bumper = an expensive repair ... I can't find a "Quick Strut" which would be a quick plug and play repair Thanks much for your help or comments. Tom in Carolina __________________ Forums make life so much easier Many Thanks to all - Tom Last edited by Tom Sawyer; Mar 31st, 2021 at 01:32.

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