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1997 Toyota Camry Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Crank seal, Gas.
Mileage: 140,000 miles.

Asked on December 26, 2012

Toyota Camry Engine Problem

I have a major leak i mean the oil drips alot i cant see the leak I replaced the oil pan gasket that wasent it It seam to be coming out by were the belts are or above any advice
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Replied on December 26, 2012

You're just going to have to clean all the old oil off and run the engine so you can inspect it and determine where it's originating from.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on December 31, 2012

sounds like a front cover crank seal.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on December 31, 2012

Or half a dozen other possibilities.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on December 31, 2012

yes just because it drips from bottom does not mean it started at bottom. could come down from up higher even top of engine.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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