2008 Subaru Legacy Repair Question
Topics covered: Smell, Exhaust, Burning oil.
Mileage: 82,000 miles.
Mileage: 82,000 miles.
Asked on November 23, 2012
Subaru Legacy Smell Problem
Why do I smell oil through the air vents inside my car when it's idling or after its been driven?
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Replied on November 24, 2012
Check for oil leaks getting to exhaust.
Replied on December 22, 2012
I Have the same problem, took to the shop where i get oil changed no leaks looked at on lift
Replied on December 23, 2012
Is the smell oil or fuel?
Replied on December 24, 2012
Definitely oil smell, smells like it is burning oil.
Replied on December 24, 2012
If you have oil burning, there must be a leak somewhere allowing oil to get to the exhaust.