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Oil Leak?

Tiny
SHEHAK SHAH
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  • 2013 HONDA CIVIC
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 109,000 MILES
I have checked my oil level using a dipstick but when I go to start my car after parking there are some drips of oil leak under the car. Please help me.
Saturday, December 31st, 2022 AT 8:31 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The leaks can be coming from several areas. For example, the oil drain plug, oil filter, oil pan, valve cover and so on.

Can you tell approx if it is in the front or rear of the engine compartment? Also, can you tell the color just to make sure it is engine oil?

Let me know.

Joe
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Saturday, December 31st, 2022 AT 8:38 PM
Tiny
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Rear color is I believe yellow dark.
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Saturday, December 31st, 2022 AT 8:43 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Motor oil is a golden color when new, so chances are that is what you are seeing. Did you check the drain plug to make sure it isn't loose or has a faulty gasket? The drain plug is at the bottom of the engine on the oil pan. See pic 2

Also, check around the oil filter to make sure there are no leaks. See pic 1.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Sunday, January 1st, 2023 AT 7:32 PM

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