sump gasket

[robfallows]

Hi,I have a 2007 XK and have been told the sump gasket is leaking is this an easy job to do at home or is it more involved and needs a garage to sort it.

Many thanks. 

[JOC Admin]

It shouldn't be a major issue if the sump has enough space to clear the subframe.
I would personally try nipping up the sump bolts first to see if that cures the leak.
Be sure to only nip the bolts and not tighten them too firmly....best use a torque wrench to tighten them correctly (as far as I can determine 12lbs is around 15nm which should be more than tight enough)

[robfallows]

The sump is an easy fix, just remove the under tray and it comes off with no problem £30 for a gasket delivered next day all done.

The torque setting is 12Nm/9lb.ft