2003 Mazda Tribute Had Leaking Oil Pan Got That Fax Got Leak Timing Belt Cover

2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE
85,000 MILES
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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had leaking oil pan .got that fax then got a leak in timing belt cover .now leaking out of head gasket .I think there is a pressure problem could someone let me know what it is
Jan 17, 2013 at 4:53 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the head gasket is leaking, that is a problem. It will need replaced. As far as a pressure problem, check and make sure the PCV valve is working properly.
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:15 PM
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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Leak is moving . I fix the leak in one spot start in another spot. Then another .
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:24 PM
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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Thank u 4 helping
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:25 PM
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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All this happen in 2 weeks time
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:30 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check the PCV. It may be plugged.
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:41 PM
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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thank you for that.PVC valve cause pressure and make the engine leak
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:47 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It is designed to suck out the pressure in the crankcase. so in theory, it could.
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:51 PM
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MICHAELMEREDITHROUSSEL
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Thanks
Jan 17, 2013 at 5:55 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hope I helped
Jan 17, 2013 at 6:05 PM
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