Oil and water in exhaust pipe?

2013 MAZDA CX-5
279,000 MILES
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Wondering if this is sign of engine wear or gasket where somewhere in the vehicle when you have black wet product in the tailpipe.
Oct 29, 2024 at 2:19 PM
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It depends on the product, there will be soot and water which is normal, but oil and water is not, I would take a sample and let is dry it see if it is oily, also check the engine oil level to see if it is low which can be a clue as well. Let me know.
Oct 30, 2024 at 11:02 AM
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