Oil leak done the dye test?

1998 HONDA ACCORD
293,565 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
I've been trying to locate this leak for weeks now I've done the dye test and a couple other tricks replaced the drain plug and crush washer also replaced the vtec solenoid gasket and still leaks it's a really slow leak I noticed today that it looks to be a little moist right behind what I believe is the power steering pulley but I definitely know it's coming from higher than the oil pan any suggestions will be greatly appreciated thank you.
Apr 13, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Sometimes it is best to clean the engine first so you can get a better idea of where the leak is coming from, I assume it is leaking towards the front of the engine? If so, suspect the camshaft seals which when leak can leak from near the power steering pump, can you please upload images or short video so I can see? That way I can help you fix it. Please go over this guide as well:

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

Please go over this guide and get back to us.
Apr 14, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Okay will do and I'll be sure to take some pics and send them.
Apr 14, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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That would be great that way I can give you the next steps.
Apr 15, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Here you go that's the best I could do if you have certain areas, you want pics of just let me know. thank you
Apr 16, 2025 at 4:54 AM
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Thanks for the images. You are not kidding, that is a large oil leak. If oil is not coming from above it looks like the oil pan and oil pump are leaking, here is how to change it out. I would change the timing belt as well. You will know more once you start taking the engine apart. Check out the images (below). Let us know how it goes.
Apr 17, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Also I read that this bolt in image is known to leak on most V6 model Hondas. It's located on the oil pan right by the axle almost right above the oil pan drain plug.
Apr 20, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Here's a pic.
Apr 20, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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I would see if it is loose and if not I would reseal the oil pump. Thanks for the image.
Apr 21, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Thank you for your help.
Apr 21, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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You are welcome :)
Apr 21, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Quick question just to make sure I need to replace the one gasket in image 1 and the pan in image 2, correct?
Apr 24, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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That is correct, I would keep my eye on any other gasket/seal that might be leaking while it is apart such as the camshaft seals. Please upload pictures or videos of any issue you find.
Apr 25, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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Thank you again for your patience and time.
Apr 25, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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np, we are here to help :)
Apr 27, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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