1994 Dodge Shadow My engine is leaking oil, what could be the problem?
My engine is leaking oil, what could be the problem?
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I first became aware of this problem when my engine started to overheat about three weeks ago, thinking I was overdue for an oil change I went to get one and the mechanic said that my oil pan was leaking, after taking his overpriced estimate I went home and when I checked my oil pan out it seemed entirely sound. My engine is nearly covered in oil mostly on the right side (if you would to be standing looking into the engine bay across from the cab), the oil stains go up almost to the top of the engine but not quite (much further than the oil pan {dumb mechanic}). I'm at quite a loss as to explain as to what's wrong with my car but if a reader could shed some light I would be forever grateful. Thank you.
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We are blinder than your 'dumb' mechanic' here , so a suggestion I would have , is to start by cleaning the engine thoroughly and then run it and watch were it starts getting oil seepage first. Valve cover would be the place to start , if any thing , just like you said , gravity goes down from the top not up from the bottom. IF you do the valve cover gasket yourself , I would suggest top quality (NAPA premium if possible) parts and make sure ALL the sealing surfaces are clean and DRY. DO NOT use extra sealers that some parts places like to sell!
Use 'green jelly' Ahhh....lol! Agree with #1...valve cover gasket likely.