finding an oil leak??

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CARLYNSW
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1992 Dodge Stealth ES, manual. 225,000 miles...Anyone have any tricks/tips on an easy way to track down the source of an oil leak?? I have oil dripping from somewhere on the driver's side of the engine but can't seem to locate the origin. I tried to follow the oil trail but lose it between all the parts and wiring.
Jul 25, 2006 at 10:31 PM
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VANDRAGON
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it sounds like the oil pressure switch or as some call it the oil sending unit. it screws into the motor near the rear of the engine. look at a manual to find the location. it could be the valve cover gasket also. try pulling the cover down with the bolts a little tighter.
Jul 26, 2006 at 6:27 AM
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You can buy "dye tracer" and add it to to oil, that may help pin point the origin. Most parts stores carry it.
Jul 27, 2006 at 4:17 PM
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