DB9V Oil Leaks

[Horts]

Guys

I attach some photos taken by the dealer showing some leaks from the transmission oil cooler pipes and an undiagnosed leak somewhere from the engine.

The dealer has added some dye to see where the leak originates from and has said they will monitor at the next service, which is in 12 months. The other transmission pipes I am being told need replacing.

Given I am a layman on these things, can anyone share a view on severity of the said leaks before I shell out? Maybe a trip to BR for their opinion?

Thanks

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[Stonic]

I wouldn't want my DB9 leaking oil. I've burst an oil pipe on a car before and it's very scary when the oil hits the exhaust and covers everything in smoke (can't believe it didn't burn). Plus oil pressure drops to zero and you are most likely ragging it.

For the cost of a few pipes and hours labour I would go to BR. If it needs doing, they will tell you. And if it doesn't need doing, they will tell you. Just be ready to be tempted by all their goodies to make the 9 an even better drivers car.

[yeti]

Cars should not leak oil, I would lose confidence driving it! Get it looked at

[Horts]

Stonic said:

I wouldn't want my DB9 leaking oil. I've burst an oil pipe on a car before and it's very scary when the oil hits the exhaust and covers everything in smoke (can't believe it didn't burn). Plus oil pressure drops to zero and you are most likely ragging it.

For the cost of a few pipes and hours labour I would go to BR. If it needs doing, they will tell you. And if it doesn't need doing, they will tell you. Just be ready to be tempted by all their goodies to make the 9 an even better drivers car.

Thanks, TBH the cost is secondary to me, just don't want to be ripped off, apparently the transmission oil cooler pipe replacement is a big job as Aston only supply a replacement kit, not individual pipes, plus front of car off, bumper etc to get to the oiler cooler.

[Stonic]

Suggest getting BR to take a look and get their opinion. They have a great reputation and won't suggest replacing it unless it's really necessary. I've had the full tuning package on my 9 and the service is top notch. You may just struggle to get through to them at first as they are always busy. Just keep your wallet closed otherwise you may end up with another BR rocket.

[DB9VolanteDriver]

Known failure with an AM service bulletin IIRC.

[brakedwell]

Horts said:

Thanks, TBH the cost is secondary to me, just don't want to be ripped off, apparently the transmission oil cooler pipe replacement is a big job as Aston only supply a replacement kit, not individual pipes, plus front of car off, bumper etc to get to the oiler cooler.

What year is your DB9?

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brakedwell said:

What year is your DB9?

2006

[Lunablack]

Horts said:

Thanks, TBH the cost is secondary to me, just don't want to be ripped off, apparently the transmission oil cooler pipe replacement is a big job as Aston only supply a replacement kit, not individual pipes, plus front of car off, bumper etc to get to the oiler cooler.

Main dealers don't want to fix stuff, they just want to swap a broken part for a new one....

Most industrial estates in the country will have a hydraulic or Pirtek agent, that can make high quality hydraulic pipes and fittings to almost any size and fitting, and for not a lot of money.... Why pay for a full kit if its just a perished pipe, or a lose fitting??

[DangerMonkey]

Or even the odd perished O ring...

[brakedwell]

Horts said:

brakedwell said:

What year is your DB9?

2006

I'm not sure when the new oil cooler and stainless steel pipework was introduced, but it might be wise to check if your car has the updated system installed. When my 2005 DB9 was being serviced prior to me taking possession in 2010 they found bi-metallic corrosion where the mild steel pipes enter and exit the oil cooler radiator, allowing fluid to weep out. The selling (non AM) dealer paid for parts and labour at my local AM dealer at a cost of about £1500.