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What Are the Most Common Causes of Oil Leaks?

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Checks and maintenance

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You may find your garage floor stained with oil after moving your car. In this case, it is always best to visit a workshop to discover the cause and carry out the necessary repairs. Today, with the help of this short and concise video tutorial, you will learn about the 5 most common causes of oil leaks and what to do to remedy them.

The first is wear on the valve seal. The second is wear on the cylinder head gasket.

The third is wear on the oil seal. The fourth is wear on the sump gasket.

The fifth and final cause is wear on the oil filter.


Updated on 23 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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