6BTA Oil Pan Leak

[eandmstern]

Hello Forum, I recently discovered oil under my engine.  I noticed it after a 5 hours of running across 2 days. (none there previously – as I was inspecting engine prior to trip).  I believe it is coming from the pan connection. My best guess is that it leaks a tablespoon over an hour (maybe less). Questions:

1. Does anyone think it is not the pan interface after seeing my photos?
2. Is it safe to retorque the bolts to spec (I believe the spec is 24Nm – can someone confirm)?
   1. Can I torque a single bolt?
   2. If not, is there a torque pattern I have to follow (order of the tightening)?
   3. Can Can I do half the engine from middle if I can’t just torque a single bolt?

Please give me your thoughts on the matter. Regards, Mike  

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[Tony Athens]

If it was me, I’d pull each bolt one at a time remove what ever oil you can (make the bolt dry) coat the thread and the shoulder with Rectorseal #5 and tighten to spec — chart attached–On bolt this size, IMO and good “feel” is better that a measure bolt torque.

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