2.0XE Crank sensor - oil leak

[Mavic82]

Could someone with a VX engine provide some insight? The crank sensor on the left of the engine down low has always leaked oil on my car. I have now just built a new engine and fitted the sensor but still it leaks. I am guessing it should have some sort of seal or gasket but currently have neither.

 

Anyone tell me what I am missing?

 

Thanks

 

Guy

[ECR]

Yes, it should have an o ring seal and dependent on model a small plastic back up ring. Both available as spares from vx dealer/qed/sbd etc (or even Paul ?)

Roger

How's the engine ?

[Mavic82]

Roger,

 

Thanks I will go to the local dealer tomorrow and check the 'computer'

 

Engine all done and in the car, busy putting some run in miles on before the rolling road Tuesday at Aldon. Fingers crossed it holds together! Induction noise has greatly increased ☹️ so may need to follow your style of inlet for track days.

 

Cheers

 

Guy

[F355GTS]

Guy

 

the positioning of the sensor is quite specific, if you fit an o ring that s too thick the car will not start as the sensor cannot read the crank wheel. I ordered on from Caterham which caused this problem, in the end I just used some RTV sealant to resolve the problem

 

Mark

[Foxy Smith]

Yes, I'll certainly back up what Mark says, positioning of the sensor is very critical. A fraction of a mil too far out and it won't work. DAMHIK

[Mavic82]

Thanks - VX part ordered from dealer.