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VIDEO(s) Possible engine and oil leak problem?

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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 04:44 PM
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Default VIDEO(s) Possible engine and oil leak problem?

Hey guys. I just changed my oil today and while I was under my car I noticed some oil looking fluid that doesn't seem to be where it's supposed to be. I recorded both under my engine and above the engine for you guys to see or hear if there are any problems my car has. I'm really not great with cars when it comes to mechanical issues so I depend on others. I'm not sure how much it costs to have your car checked at a mechanic but I'm pretty sure asking on the forums is way cheaper. Thanks in advanced for everyones help!

Possible engine problem?:

Possible oil leak?:
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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 09:01 PM
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Default Re: VIDEO(s) Possible engine and oil leak problem?

Sounds like there may be a couple lifters that need re-adjustment.
Under it sounds like a light knock but hard to really tell.
If there is engine oil leaking out from the bellhousing side of the engine, and you get moments of smelling burning oil when the car makes a long left hand turn or the left side of the car is higher than the right, that would be the rear main seal is leaking.

But before blaming anything for an oil leak, spray the engine down with Simple Green and power wash it from top to bottom.

Go for a drive and look for fresh oil leaks.
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 08:18 AM
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Default Re: VIDEO(s) Possible engine and oil leak problem?

I may be over exaggerating or just freaking out too fast haha, but no, I don't smell any oil burning or anything like that. I also do not think that the left side of the car is higher than the right when turning. But I had someone tell me the same thing you did which was to clean out the bottom of my engine and try to trace the leak if there is one or not.
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