Oil Leak :(
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Oil Leak :(
Just changed the oil on the SC I picked up, and while it previously never dripped, it is dripping some now.
Looking at the oil pan and the transmission oil pan, there is old oil collecting on the outside of it. I think changing the oil knocked some of it loose.
Whats the best way to diagnose this oil leak, and how likely is it the rear main seal?
Looking at the oil pan and the transmission oil pan, there is old oil collecting on the outside of it. I think changing the oil knocked some of it loose.
Whats the best way to diagnose this oil leak, and how likely is it the rear main seal?
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Probably the oil pan FIPG is getting worn and seeping. That is what typically happens.
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I am in similar situation.
My plan is to use brake cleaner to clean things out and then use spray talcum powder [since my oil is light in color and I dont plan to use dye in oil].
Incidentally I have felpro pan gasket ready, but I have some apprehension in taking the pan apart .. see this post
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/per...for-sc400.html
Salim
My plan is to use brake cleaner to clean things out and then use spray talcum powder [since my oil is light in color and I dont plan to use dye in oil].
Incidentally I have felpro pan gasket ready, but I have some apprehension in taking the pan apart .. see this post
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/per...for-sc400.html
Salim
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Just had my engine pulled by reputable shop, valve cover gaskets cam seals, oil pan ,timing cover, front and rear seals. $1600.00. They cleaned the old oil and crude and installed steering rack bushings.
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I am in similar situation.
My plan is to use brake cleaner to clean things out and then use spray talcum powder [since my oil is light in color and I dont plan to use dye in oil].
Incidentally I have felpro pan gasket ready, but I have some apprehension in taking the pan apart .. see this post
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/per...for-sc400.html
Salim
My plan is to use brake cleaner to clean things out and then use spray talcum powder [since my oil is light in color and I dont plan to use dye in oil].
Incidentally I have felpro pan gasket ready, but I have some apprehension in taking the pan apart .. see this post
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/per...for-sc400.html
Salim
I had a similar issue but mine was the cam seals and the crank seal as well, parts on them where cheap make sure you go O.E.M. because I had some problems with aftermarket seals.
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