oil pan gasket

[Ni8done]

Just purchased a 07 yukon xl denali awd with 100k. I was told by my mechanic that the oil pan is seepin and leaking. He also told to have the dealer change it cause of labor. is this something that needs to be done asap I have been checking the oil level and has been ok so far, small drips in drive way. In NJ if anyone has a mechanic they trust to do this let me know.

 

[08grey]

Why would your mechanic not want to do the work. It's not that hard.

 

[Ni8done]

he has a small shope and says he doesn't have the time to tie up the 1 left for the day, very labor intensive he says

 

[TheFuzz]

It's just a few bolts and a cross member, isn't it? Get some ramps and pull it yourself. A ratchet, oil change supplies and a new gasket should be all you need. Unless I'm missing something, it's not labor intensive at all. I guess if he's busy then it's his loss...but the job isn't that hard. An hour tops on your own...with a lift and air tools, 20 minutes.

 

[livingez_123]

If I'm not mistaken the front diff would need to be dropped to get it out.

 

[TheFuzz]

Seriously? Damn. Clearly they changed the layout substantially for the NNBS trucks then. It was a simple job on my suburban.

 

[GM Customer Service]

Ni8done,

Hello! I am sorry to learn that you are experiencing an issue with your vehicle. I understand that you are seeking advice from your fellow forum members on a third party company to resolve your vehicle issue. GM Customer Care is here if you find that you need to go into a dealership. I would be happy to locate a dealership and set up the appointment. Please let me know if I can further assist you.

Jennifer T.
GM Customer Care

 

[Ni8done]

Yes dif has to be dropped. Dealer wants $850+ will seek local mechanic to do it