Edmunds.com | Inside Line | Auto Observer Your Account | Help | Directory
You are here:
![[F]](http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com/media/townhall/webxicons/site.gif){kind=small}
Forums
Sedans Chevrolet Impala 2007 Impala SS OIL LEAK
21 messages, Last post on Feb 28, 2009 at 7:41 AM
You are in the Chevrolet Impala Forum. Your Hosts are pat & karens
|
Another TSB you may be interested in is 07-06-01-007 APR 07 Engine - Excessive Oil Consumption I do not have the text of this particular TSB, however from researching it online there appears to have been a problem in certain '06 and '07 model year 5.3L Impala SS's. The problem is a potential defect in one of the valve stems in the engine. The remedy is to replace the cylinder head. Not sure I would want this kind of work done on a new car, but if your oil consumption is in excess of what is indicated in the Oil Consumption Guidelines TSB (1qt every 2K miles), it may be your next step. |
|
|
|
|
I bought this Impala at the end of '05 brand new. In the beginning I had the 'normal' issues (TPMS, Key Fob, etc.). I just took it in because the oil consumption is very high. After about 1,200 miles I can hardly see any oil on the dipstick! Of course the dealer can't find anything obvious (no leaks, no oily residue in the engine compartment). At the same time they found that the radiator cap is faulty (from what I have read this could be attributed to Dex-Cool) which will cost me $71 in diagnosis and parts. Radiator has to be flushed - $84. Both front wheel bearings are apparently bad - $500/side. Since they have not diagnosed the disappearing oil yet there is most likely more to follow. I found some past threads about the disappearing oil but have not seen anything recently. Does anyone have an update on this? I currently have 51,000+ miles (covered by 5year/100,000 extended warranty). Since the warranty does not cover a lot of things (like radiator caps and resulting radiator flush due to part failure..) I was wondering if anybody knew more so I could potentially avoid the 'disappearing oil' repair cost.
|
|
|
Replying to: dacotahsky (Dec 22, 2008 1:36 pm) The front hub/bearing assembly retails for $296 each. It can be purchased for about $160 online. Even if you were paying full retail, parts would be $600. The old assembly is unbolted, and the new one is bolted on. It shouldn't take more than one hour labor to do the whole job ($100-$125). An aftermarket assembly can be purchased at auto parts stores for about $200 per side. Again, $400 in parts for both sides. My '06 Impala has a V6, but it "loses" oil. It requires 4 quarts when doing an oil and filter change, but I have NEVER pulled 4 quarts back out of it when draining the old oil. It has no obvious leaks that can be found. I would guesstimate that I lose at least 1qt every 3,000 miles. I always check the level, and keep it in the safe zone on the dipstick, but even doing that I never get 4 full quarts out. Just another Impala quirk. All I can do is laugh about it. With everything that has gone wrong with my car since purchased new, my Impala is a great source of material for family and friend's jokes. In fact, one of the first things I get asked is "How's the Impala...running okay?" My current concern is the "blow-by" I am getting with the automatic transmission lines. Once in a while there is a damp spot of transmission fluid under the car. But it is very sporadic. No problem for weeks, then there is a spot. I believe it is more of an issue in very cold weather. It was 8 degrees here yesterday, and my transmission was hesitating severely when trying to accelerate from a stop. I have about 1,200 miles left on the warranty...then it will be time to seriously consider trading.
|
|
|
|
|
Replying to: ryster (Dec 23, 2008 7:28 am) As for the 'disappearing oil' they are performing a oil consumption test and I have to take it in after another 1,000 miles. After about 1,500 miles the oil level was bearly visible on the dipstick. The dealer did not find any visible leaks or residue. They said the next step would most likely be an engine tear-down... I have not had any transmission problems...yet (knock on wood). A couple of nights ago it dropped down to 27 below and nothing felt 'stiff' on the car. The problem I have with the SS is grip. It's so icy here that the tires aren't sticking and teh Traction Control light flashes like a christmas tree... Trading in?? I like the car overall. I like the power and I like the roomy interior. GM just has to take care of these issues and fess up when they mess up! When I was looking for a new car it was between the SS and a Hyundai V6. I chose the SS hoping the re-sale would be higher around here... My Mom boutght the Hyundai V6 and has not had any problems at all (and didn't have to pay close to $5,000 for her 10/100,000 warranty)
|
|
|
Replying to: dacotahsky (Dec 23, 2008 9:03 am) The resale value on Impalas is atrocious. My '06 LT has depreciated almost 67% in the 29 months/35,000miles I have driven it. The '06 SS isn't much better at about a 63% depreciation with mileage similar to mine. Believe it or not, a Hyundai Sonata V6 Limited will hold value slightly better than an Impala. Based on residual estimates, a $30,000 Impala SS will have a value of $8300 after 5 years. A $26,000 Sonata V6 Limited will have a value of $7300 after 5 years. The Hyundai was $4,000 less to start, but only $1,000 less in value after 5 years. The Hyundai Azera, on the other hand, does not hold value as well as the Sonata or the Impala. Interesting. I have had (and still have) too many annoying problems to be able to say that I like the Impala enough to keep it for a couple more years. It is "okay", I suppose. It gets me where I need to go and is relatively fuel efficient. I didn't buy an extended warranty simply because the price was ridiculously expensive ($2600 for GMPP Major Guard with no deductible). |
|
|
It feels like (holding the steering wheel) that something is broken in the front end of the car. Going over bumps in the road, the sensation is more of a rattle than a single "bump" feel. While I realize that this is ambiguous, I had the same experience with a 2000 Impala ... and it took the dealer a long time to figure out what was broken. I cannot remember what the issue was. Has anyone else had a similar experience? I have switched dealers (for several reasons) and I would hate to go back to the one who found the problem with the 2000. 
|
|
|
Replying to: jdc4 (Jan 18, 2009 12:53 pm) |
|
I have a 2004 Impala LS with 81,000 miles. Recently, I had it in the Chevrolet dealer shop to have the some work done on it. They came back and said the hub bearings needed to be replaced and one tie rod. I had another independent shop check these things and they said the hub bearings needed to be replaced but tie rods were ok. How do you check the hub bearings?
|
|
|
Replying to: scerami (Feb 20, 2009 6:28 am) BTW, tie rods are a known issue on some Impalas (I think I have a problem with at least one of mine but haven't actually tested it). I didn't notice if you're still under warranty but even if you aren't, do some research and you may be able to convince the dealership or GM to cover the cost either fully or partially...depending on how much you care to fight about it. |
|
|
Replying to: jdc4 (Jan 18, 2009 12:53 pm) There is a temporary remedy of lubricating the joint of the shaft but if you're under warranty, ask about it at the dealership. My 06 was fully covered under warranty and you won't believe how much you've likely gotten used to it (once it's fixed, you'll swear it's a new car again). Tie rods are another possibility and as stated in the earlier post, they are a fairly common problem as well. It should also be covered under the manufacturer's warranty although if they deny either problem exists, you're left to convince them it's there. |
|
You are here:
Forums
Sedans Chevrolet Impala 2007 Impala SS OIL LEAK
New? Join Now!
Forum Tools
Search Forums
Browse by Vehicle
2010 Chevrolet Impala
Browse by Board
Browse by Topic
Today's Chats
