Engine oil stain under my mom's car?

2005 HONDA CRV
110,000 MILES • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BALLEN7
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Hello, I noticed today that there is a leak (that has been going on for quite a while apparently) underneath my mother's car. It has no smell and feels slightly oily. I noticed there are some old stains and a newer dripping. I will take her car in for a check but just wanted to get a professional opinion before I do. Praying it's not something too bad, thank you.
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Aug 26, 2024 at 10:29 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It's hard to tell looking at a pic, but it appears to be either engine oil, coolant, or power steering fluid. Have you checked to see if any are low on fluid?

Let me know.

joe
Aug 26, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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STRAILER
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This looks like engine oil, I would check the oil pan drain plug and the oil filter first which is most common, this guide can help you find the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-is-leaking-oil

Here is the oil drain plug and oil filter so you can check it out using a flashlight. Check to see if the oil filter or drain plug is loose. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
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Aug 26, 2024 at 6:05 PM