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Old 11-03-2014, 05:15 PM
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I have a 2012 gt with 56k. After 45minutes~ 1hr of driving 110~125mph I noticed oil droplets all over my diffuser and bumper. Should I be concerned? This is the second time it's happened. Thanks for any help.
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Old 11-05-2014, 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by serb1999
I have a 2012 gt with 56k. After 45minutes~ 1hr of driving 110~125mph I noticed oil droplets all over my diffuser and bumper. Should I be concerned? This is the second time it's happened. Thanks for any help.
Have you been able to get this oil leak concern checked by your Ford Dealer, serv1999? Your service manager is in the best position to ensure a proper diagnosis, and will be able to provide available options and/or coverage for any work needed.

Also, remember most paid repairs done at a Ford Dealer come with a 24 months/unlimited miles warranty. You can schedule an appointment online here.

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Check the axle tube where the rear diff vent is. It's probably soaked. That long of a high speed run can cause fluid to overflow from that vent. If it is, check the level of the diff fluid and top off as needed.
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Derf00~ you the man. Vent tube and surrounding areas are covered in diff oil. Looked on some other sites and found a Ford T.S.B. about the same problem with guys who track their cars. JLT makes a catch can which solves the problem, for about $150. Ford has numerous attempts at solving the problem without much success. A bladder that looks like a turkey baster!?!? A longer hose!?!? They even have Ford part numbers. Some people say they work and some say they're crap, especially the bladder, which melts to the exhaust!!! I'll do more research and some experimenting. I'll post my findings. Thanks for the help!
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