1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse oil leak

1998 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
105,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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im having an oil leak..
i dont know where its coming from but definitely not from valve cover. im sure its underneath.
whats the best thing to do or where to check?
Jan 9, 2008 at 5:17 PM
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Hi there,

Wash the motor down and check after a day or so, that will make identifying the leaks a bit easier, If it is still to messy, wash and run engine , you may see the leak develop before it gets to messy again to identify.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jan 9, 2008 at 5:23 PM
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if you still cant find it try using dye u can get it of any tool truck and local auto parts stores u will definatly find it then
Jan 9, 2008 at 9:56 PM
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