Engine oil leak due to missing camshaft plug: Isuzu Trooper Engine & Powertrain

Problem overview

A severe engine oil leak may be the result of one or more of the camshaft plugs falling out of the cylinder head. The is most likely to occur in cold climates and is caused by the expansion and contraction of the cylinder head. There is a cam plug retaining kit available to secure new cam plugs in place.

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Isuzu Trooper vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

Average mileage: 173,666 miles

(85,000 - 345,000)

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Engine oil leak due to missing camshaft plug on Isuzu Trooper

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