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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 04:34 PM
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Question oil leak

yesterday i got my 2000 neon from the mechanic for emisions and inspection. it passed. he told it is leaking oil bad it could start a fire. any suggestions where to look for an oil leak. the car has 116000 miles. or any place to start. Tschay
 
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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:12 PM
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Where's the oil at?
 
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Old Aug 6, 2013 | 01:02 PM
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looks like it is comming from the rear of the engine.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 01:38 AM
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Rear main seal is the likely culprit.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 03:43 PM
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not leaking from the oil sending unit is it?
 
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