How to Find Oil Leaks

How to Find Oil Leaks

So, you have finally decided to clean your garage! You back out the car and discover a small pool of oil on the floor. Immediately the thought of expensive repair bills flood through your mind, but wait! Maybe you can solve this dilemma yourself and save hundreds of dollars in repair bills.

How do you go about fixing this problem? Here are a few things for you to check. First, determine that it is indeed an oil leak. You may notice a puddle of oil in your driveway where your car is parked. Check the relative position of the puddle. If it is NOT where the front of the car would be then it maybe something else. If it is green or watery, then it is probably an engine coolant leak.

Sometimes the leak may appear thin or clear. If it does, then it might be gasoline. Gasoline has a …

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