2001 Volvo S60 OIL LEAK

2001 VOLVO S60
119,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FHYCSS
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THERE IS AN OIL LEAK COMING FROM THE TOP OF MY ENGINE BEHIND THE TIMING BELT...WHERE IS THE OIL COMING FROM?
Nov 27, 2009 at 2:38 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi fhycss,

The area that can leak behind the timing belt are the valve cover gasket and/or camshaft oil seals.
Nov 27, 2009 at 4:50 AM
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FHYCSS
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Thank you very much for answering my question...It is appreciated.
Nov 27, 2009 at 10:54 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You are welcomed.

Oil leaks can contaminate the timing belt causing premature failing so it should be rectified asap.
Nov 27, 2009 at 11:06 PM
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