(Home) Oil in vaccum system

Fixing alternator and noticed black (ex engine) oil in vaccum tubes and pump on front of alternator. Is this normal?

Mark

- (#11808) Mark Adams, 28 Jun 04 15:39

The vacuum unit is oil fed. Likely source of the oil. A good clean and it should be ok for another 10 years!

- (#11808) Clive (Bristol), 28 Jun 04 15:55