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Question posted by bobsteinerdjr on March 27th, 2022

1996 Buick Regal

my car has been leaking oil recently . After accelerating quickly a few weeks ago the engine started to rattle slightly. Took the car out yesterday problem was wurse and it actually stalled a couple of times on my way home. Any thoughts - Thanks

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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on March 28th, 2022 6:41 AM
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https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/1996_Buick_Regal_Custom_3.1L_V6_Sedan_(4_Door)/fluid_leaks/oil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0EtW6yxKb8

Why is my car suddenly leaking oil?

Common causes of oil leaks include degraded engine gaskets, leaks from the oil pan, or improper or worn out seals. An oil leak also can be caused by a loose or missing oil pan drain plug or deteriorated valve cover gaskets.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0EtW6yxKb8

How much does it cost to fix an oil seal leak?

Oil leak repair is a serious thing to address, and typically the repair cost starts from $85 to $155 going up from there. And you'll have to pay the labor cost ranging between $70 and $1120, while other small seals on top can cost you between $10 and $30.

What seals can cause an oil leak?

If the valve cover gasket is not the source of your oil leak, the following gaskets or seals may be likely sources:

Oil drain plug seal.

Oil pan gasket.

Front and rear crankshaft seals.

Camshaft seals - overhead cam engines.

Timing cover gasket.

Intake manifold end seals.

Cylinder head gasket.

Why does my car leak oil when not running?

Usually, it is due to degraded engine gaskets or oil seals. Sometimes these components will erode over time, but more likely than not, if you have this kind of leak, it's because you have old, dirty oil-perhaps because you have not had your oil changed recently enough.


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Answer #2: Posted by SonuKumar on January 1st, 2023 8:26 PM
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https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/1996_Buick_Regal_Custom_3.1L_V6_Sedan_(4_Door)/fluid_leaks/oil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0EtW6yxKb8

Why is my car suddenly leaking oil?

Common causes of oil leaks include degraded engine gaskets, leaks from the oil pan, or improper or worn out seals. An oil leak also can be caused by a loose or missing oil pan drain plug or deteriorated valve cover gaskets.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0EtW6yxKb8

How much does it cost to fix an oil seal leak?

Oil leak repair is a serious thing to address, and typically the repair cost starts from $85 to $155 going up from there. And you'll have to pay the labor cost ranging between $70 and $1120, while other small seals on top can cost you between $10 and $30.

What seals can cause an oil leak?

If the valve cover gasket is not the source of your oil leak, the following gaskets or seals may be likely sources:

Oil drain plug seal.

Oil pan gasket.

Front and rear crankshaft seals.

Camshaft seals - overhead cam engines.

Timing cover gasket.

Intake manifold end seals.

Cylinder head gasket.

Why does my car leak oil when not running?

Usually, it is due to degraded engine gaskets or oil seals. Sometimes these components will erode over time, but more likely than not, if you have this kind of leak, it's because you have old, dirty oil-perhaps because you have not had your oil changed recently enough.

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Answer #3: Posted by akanetuk1 on March 27th, 2022 4:34 PM
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Oil leaks are usually from the following causes:

Oil Filter- If the oil filter has been damaged or wasn't sealed properly it could cause oil leakages.

Oil Drain Plug- If the oil plug is loose, oil could be getting through it and onto the driveway.

Valve Cover Gasket- The valve cover gasket(s) are a very common place for oil to leak from.

Oil Pan- The oil pan is a very common place for oil to leak from.

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