So I took my car to get an oil change and the dealership informed me that the car may have an oil leak somewhere. I had them diagnose the car and they then informed me it’s oil in the coolant reservoir. The car isn’t running hot, there’s no black or grey smoke coming from the exhaust or anywhere. They told me they can’t help finish the diagnose because they don’t have anyone certified who knows about dodges that well. My question is, is this a blown head gasket possibly or is this something small that can be fixed?

 

I believe there is an oil cooler there, that can develop a leak.

What brand does the dealership sell???

 

I am unsure. Should I call and ask?

 

Looks like it goes above the oil filter, and is indeed plumbed into the cooling system.

 

I believe what HeyYou was asking is what vehicle brand the dealership sells since they don't have anyone familiar with Dodge vehicles. Is this a used car dealership? I can appreciate that they know their limitations at least and don't just make wild guesses. When changing the oil this dealership should have been able to quickly determine if there was coolant in the engine oil pan, but maybe that's what caused them to bring the "leak" to your attention?

Do you know which engine your Charger has? Is it the 3.6L V-6? Does the oil on the dipstick also suggest that oil and coolant are mixing?

It shouldn't take being familiar with Dodges to better diagnose a head gasket or similar issue that could cause the oil and coolant to mix. But it sounds like you may want to find a local shop that comes recommended by someone you trust to get a second opinion from. There are combustion gas detection kits to check for blown head gaskets, cooling system pressure testers, and cylinder leak down testers that can all help diagnose cooling system leaks and head gasket issues, and none of these items require being familiar with Dodges. Determining where the likely source of a leak is can benefit from familiarity with the brand/engine though.

​​​​​​​-Rod

 

unfortunately this wasn't a used dealer or buy here pay here. I bought my far from an actual dealer called Boniface here in Florida. I have since taken it to a mechanic shop and they have found the issue and is currently fixing it. I only could tell you what the dealership informed me and put on the paperwork.

 

Odd that a dealership that sells Dodge vehicles would not have anyone familiar with servicing Dodge vehicles....

I'm glad to hear that you found a shop that was able to figure out what's going on. Please let us know what the shop finds the issue to be.

-Rod

 

yes I found that odd and made me uneasy. So far the shop discovered this and is currently working on. I really appreciate you guys feedback.

 

Hey look! A tech that has his head screwed on tight.

Go with his suggestions.

 

That's a pretty good system they have there. I don't disagree with the technician's recommendations either.

-Rod