Goo coming out of engine? ((Big Pictures))

e90John · 10-18-2009, 05:17 PM

Hey everyone!

Today I was doing some detailed washing and after 2 hours of washing/waxing I decided to clean the dirt off all the plastic engine cover pieces and I came across some goo protruding from a part of the engine. It was right of where you insert more oil.

I call it goo because I have no idea what it was! The best way I can think to describe it is it feels like melted plastic. I then removed it with a pair of pliers. I could clearly see where it had pushed its way through the seal of the engine and deformed the O-ring like seal.

I took it out for 20 minutes running it hard to see if it would come out again with no luck.

Should I be worried that there is a serious problem or is it a no worry little leak?

ToddM3FutureOwner · 10-18-2009, 05:20 PM

that appears to be some sort of sealant or gasket material used during the assembly of the motor.

JohnyRangr · 10-18-2009, 05:47 PM

Take it to the dealer to be safe.

tailgate1234 · 10-18-2009, 05:47 PM

I have the same thing. I don't think it's anything to worry about.

Serious · 10-18-2009, 05:59 PM

its valve cover sealant. relax its supposed to be like that.

Eliminator · 10-18-2009, 06:08 PM

Sealant, or liquid gasket, used during the manufacturing process. Normal. Don't pull out anymore.

MTROIS · 10-18-2009, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by tailgate1234

I have the same thing. I don't think it's anything to worry about.

+1

MDCTFTW · 10-18-2009, 06:49 PM

"take it to the dealer" lol

Subw00er · 10-18-2009, 09:08 PM

lol its normal.

M3V8Driver · 10-18-2009, 10:40 PM

I believe our engines are assembled by hand. German workmanship = The bigger the blob, the better the job

VanM3Lover · 10-19-2009, 01:10 AM

I just checked and I have the exact same thing at the exact same place.
The metal ring thing on mine is painted black instead of just metal colr as seen on the picture posted.

Georgeair · 10-19-2009, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnyRangr

Take it to the dealer to be safe.

And if you would, please videotape that encounter.

OP - you're fine. Seriously.

I get that everyone that buys this car isn't a gearhead from way back, but come on! I'm surprised at the level of OCD combined with digging around just looking for "stuff" from folks that have not apparently spent much time under the hood. It IS pretty to look at, but don't panic everytime you see/hear/feel something that is seemingly different than what you might have expected.

Bonus points, BTW, for a really, really clear description and good photographic evidence!

ersin · 10-19-2009, 09:50 AM

It's either sealant or a booger. Ok, it's sealant. Don't pull it off with pliers. Instead cut it off with a knife or razor.

ihyln · 10-19-2009, 10:36 AM

lemon law it

FStop7 · 10-19-2009, 10:37 AM

it's just gasket sealant

Radiation Joe · 10-19-2009, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ihyln

lemon law it

M3_LIN · 10-19-2009, 12:52 PM

+1 i have that too

Ed Lin

edcvin · 10-19-2009, 12:57 PM

+1 as well..no big deal

-Vin

NoM3ForMe · 10-19-2009, 01:36 PM

It's a booger. You should get one of these for your car:

Robo Squirrel · 10-19-2009, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ihyln

lemon law it

King Tut · 10-19-2009, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ihyln

lemon law it

I would also write a letter to BMW of North America immediately.

JCtx · 10-19-2009, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90John

I then removed it with a pair of pliers.

Looked like crap indeed (heck I removed the ugly engine hanger too

), but NEVER remove those 'blubs' except with a blade. Hope you don't have the same result I had when I didn't know any better either: an oil leak

; happened on the timing chain cover of my BMW K1200 bike, and had to dismantle half my bike to fix it (fairing, radiators, forks... you name it). Seems like you lucked out

. But now you know. Good luck.

10-18-2009, 05:17 PM	#1
e90John Registered 1 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 09 e90 Jet Black M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Phoenix Az iTrader: (0)	Goo coming out of engine? ((Big Pictures)) Hey everyone! Today I was doing some detailed washing and after 2 hours of washing/waxing I decided to clean the dirt off all the plastic engine cover pieces and I came across some goo protruding from a part of the engine. It was right of where you insert more oil. I call it goo because I have no idea what it was! The best way I can think to describe it is it feels like melted plastic. I then removed it with a pair of pliers. I could clearly see where it had pushed its way through the seal of the engine and deformed the O-ring like seal. I took it out for 20 minutes running it hard to see if it would come out again with no luck. Should I be worried that there is a serious problem or is it a no worry little leak? Attached Images __________________ 09' E90 M3 Jet Black/ Black Leather All options - AA signature exhaust
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ToddM3FutureOwner New Member 1 Rep 26 Posts Drives: Future Owner Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	that appears to be some sort of sealant or gasket material used during the assembly of the motor.
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10-18-2009, 05:47 PM	#3
JohnyRangr Private First Class 13 Rep 111 Posts Drives: 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Boca Raton, FL iTrader: (0)	Take it to the dealer to be safe.
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10-18-2009, 05:47 PM	#4
tailgate1234 Private First Class 15 Rep 173 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Sedan Silverstone II Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I have the same thing. I don't think it's anything to worry about.
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Serious 1M advocate 214 Rep 878 Posts Drives: 2018 S4. 2011 M3. 2012 S1000RR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	its valve cover sealant. relax its supposed to be like that. __________________ 2012 BMW S1000RR 2011 BMW M3
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Eliminator First Lieutenant 33 Rep 311 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 SSII 6M, '87 911 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Sealant, or liquid gasket, used during the manufacturing process. Normal. Don't pull out anymore. __________________ SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] 2008 M3 SSII 6MT, EU Bumper, Matte Black Kidneys, AA Pulley, 12/10 RE Spacers, MS Filter
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MDCTFTW Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,973 Posts Drives: E92 DCT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Norcal iTrader: (0)	"take it to the dealer" lol __________________ MDCT ... so you can drive and eat a hamburger at the same time.
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M3V8Driver Captain 73 Rep 724 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	I believe our engines are assembled by hand. German workmanship = The bigger the blob, the better the job __________________ Mmmm... M&Ms, Dale
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VanM3Lover First Lieutenant 20 Rep 394 Posts Drives: 4.0 V8 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Van iTrader: (0)	I just checked and I have the exact same thing at the exact same place. The metal ring thing on mine is painted black instead of just metal colr as seen on the picture posted.
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ersin Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,144 Posts Drives: 17 YMB F80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (1)	It's either sealant or a booger. Ok, it's sealant. Don't pull it off with pliers. Instead cut it off with a knife or razor. __________________ 2017 F80 YMB.
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FStop7 I like cars 331 Rep 5,052 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newbury Park, CA iTrader: (3)	it's just gasket sealant __________________ My photostream: http://www.flickr.com/photos/racelap/
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edcvin Captain 126 Rep 880 Posts Drives: 2006 M5 \| 2011 M3 \| 2020 X3M Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York iTrader: (1)	+1 as well..no big deal -Vin
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