1998 Dodge Stratus Oil Leaking

12,500 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JPARKERSIN
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My wife's car was leaking oil the other day and so it looked like the oil pan gasket toward the flywheel.
I replaced the gasket but the oil still came out by the flywheel.
Is this a seal gone bad?
What do you think the cost to repair the issue?
Thank you,
Jason
Dec 6, 2008 at 11:04 AM
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[quote:a8f5842305="jparkersin"]Engine Cooling problem
1998 Dodge Stratus 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 125,00 miles

My wife's car was leaking oil the other day and so it looked like the oil pan gasket toward the flywheel.
I replaced the gasket but the oil still came out by the flywheel.
Is this a seal gone bad?
What do you think the cost to repair the issue?
Thank you,
Jason[/quote:a8f5842305]


Hi Jason,

Yes, it is most likely the rear main seal and to replaced it you will either have to remove the tranny or the engine. So, you are looking at about $1k. You should call around for pricing and also find one that is reputable.

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Dec 6, 2008 at 11:12 AM
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