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Zetec Oil Leak

timwest167 - 22/5/06 at 09:20 AM

Hi all,

The pressure sensor/switch on my zetec is leaking. I have tried tightening it several times, but it just keeps on leaking, and I don't want to overtighten it and damage the block. Any ideas how to stop it leaking? Is Hylomar Blue suitable for this pressure/temperature application? What about PTFE sealing tape (plumbers tape).

Thanks,

Tim

Peter M - 22/5/06 at 09:28 AM

I would personally use PTFE tape making sure you dont go to far down thread ,dont want to get any into block and oil galleries.

Danozeman - 22/5/06 at 11:10 AM

PTFE tape is the best thing. Are u sure its the thread leaking and not the actual switch??

stevebubs - 22/5/06 at 02:40 PM

PTFE every time

Dusty - 24/5/06 at 02:54 AM

Manual gives 10 ft.lbs for the sender. Mine leaks too!

saigonij - 24/5/06 at 07:16 AM

we used PTFE tape and works a treat!