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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: andy1965 on 27 November 2008, 21:39:39

Title: oil leak 2.2 petrol
Post by: andy1965 on 27 November 2008, 21:39:39

hi all driving home tonight oil level warning display came on.
first time this has happened as i check oil weekly and never needs any. just checked oil and needed topping up. noticed side of engine very wet with oil on exhaust side of engine at the back where it meets the bellhousing. water ok. temp ok. no sign of leakage from cam cover. car is running fine. 76000 miles.
could this be early signs of head gasket failure.
andy

Title: Re: oil leak 2.2 petrol
Post by: Auto Addict on 28 November 2008, 08:26:41

I would doubt if it was head gasket failure.

Title: Re: oil leak 2.2 petrol
Post by: Auto Addict on 28 November 2008, 08:38:19

When were the last time the breathers were cleaned?

Have you popped the eco strip off, to check for oil leakage there?

Title: Re: oil leak 2.2 petrol
Post by: andy1965 on 28 November 2008, 13:51:50

thanks for replies. had a look in daylight.
leaking from rear of cam cover. thankfully.
andy

Title: Re: oil leak 2.2 petrol
Post by: Auto Addict on 29 November 2008, 07:24:14

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thanks for replies. had a look in daylight.
leaking from rear of cam cover. thankfully.
andy

Usually caused because the breathers need cleaning, have a look at the guide in the Maintenance Section.