Engine shake and oil drip

Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.com.

Can you tell me where the oil is dripping from? Also, was the oil on the outside of the spark plug or on the side that goes into the engine? Did the check engine light come on? And just to reconfirm, it only has a little over 11,000 miles?

If the check engine light has come on, you should start by scanning the computer for trouble codes. Since it started shaking, it may have been a misfire. Here is a video that shows how to use a scanner. If that is something you do not have (and most do not) see if a local parts store will lend or rent one to you.

https://youtu.be/b2IJGfImVvw

Additionally, here is a link that discusses oil leaks:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-is-leaking-oil

Here is one that discusses a misfire/rough engine:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

Also, if you could upload a picture of where the leak is located and the spark plug you mentioned, it may be helpful. If you do scan the computer, that would likely be very helpful.

Let me know,
Joe

Hi again. It sounds like you may have a valve cover leaking. Check to see if the check engine light is on. If it is, scan the computer to determine if there is a misfire code. If there is, let me know what it is. You may have a plug shorting due to oil saturation. That would cause a misfire and the heavy shaking you felt.

Let me know what you find.

Wow! That is worse than I expected. If there is anything I can do to help, let me know.

Good luck,
Joe