2001 Mitsubishi Challenger Oil leaking on altanator

2001 MITSUBISHI CHALLENGER
650,000 MILES
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ASLOSN
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I think the oil is coming from the front of the engine what would this be It has buggered my altanator twice , the first time I replaced the tappet gasket but now I think its coming for the front of the engine
Jun 30, 2013 at 3:44 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If it isn't the valve cover, chances are it is the front main seal on the oil pan. Check that. If it is leaking behind the harmonic balancer, you will need to remove the oil pan to repair it.
Jun 30, 2013 at 9:16 PM
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