Smell of oil

2008 VAUXHALL ASTRA
88,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DAVID CADDICK
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Smell of oil coming through the vents when driving had it checked out and said the gaskets on the engine have odd leaks, but it does not use much oil other than that. can you help me please?
Aug 7, 2016 at 12:21 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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oil may be leaking onto the exhaust, and oil smoke will enter the cabin on out side air, locate and repair all external oil leaks and this should fix your problem, get the engine washed down and this will help locate fresh oil leaks after a short drive.
Aug 14, 2016 at 4:52 AM
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