oil leak, opinions on management appreciated
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In the next couple of days I'll take some pictures of my engine...it looks like there is a leak coming from the front valve cover, at least it has tons of grime stuck to it when I took off the plastic Lexus cover. I haven't really assessed the back, but I'm sure it could be rear valve cover or rear main seal (I saw a pic someone else posted and it looked similar to my leak). I'll try and lend more information.
You put a bit of the UV dye in the oil, and then drive the car for a few days. Than, using a UV light bulb, or a UV flashlight, you look around the engine bay. The UV dye will make the source of the leak very evident.
Its best to do it when its dark.
Phil
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