2001 Ford Taurus oil leak

2001 FORD TAURUS
178,850 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KATRINAFLUDD
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i have an oil leak coming from the bottom of my car and it causes it to smoke, I am adding an quart every other day. What could it be or where could it be coming from?
Sep 19, 2010 at 1:31 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chances are it is either the valve cover gaskets or the oil pan gasket. My first guess is the valve cover. It is most likely leaking on to the exhaust manifold and burning off.

What to do is get an engine cleaner and pressure was your engine so it is clean. Make sure to follow the direction provided by the manufacturer of the cleaner. After the engine is clean, then start checking to see where it is coming from.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Joe
Sep 20, 2010 at 3:34 PM
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