bmw has oil leak but not from head gasket

2003 BMW 525I
102,000 MILES
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CHANDRAK
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Oil leaks from engine onto floor. I had head gasket changed and it still leaks.. thanks for help.
Dec 8, 2011 at 2:14 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the leak is up high on the engine, check the valve cover gasket. If you still can't locate it, they make a dye that can be added to the oil. Put it in, drive it, check for leaks with black light.
Dec 8, 2011 at 2:22 PM
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