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SoCalZR1 · 06-17-2013

It may seem counter intuitive but I would also check the oil pan bolts. I went through all the usual culprits and did not find the source of my leak. The leak included oil on the driveway and light smoke visible with the associated smell.

Ultimately it turned out to be the front 6 bolts that were the cause of the leak. You will need to remove a couple of brackets that are in the way, and yes you can remove them temporarily to gain access. So far I have had no leaking simply from re-torquing them. If it ever comes back I will swap the oil pan gasket.

Hope that helps.

Mike

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06-17-2013	#18
SoCalZR1 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Southern California OC Posts: 22	Re: Exhaust Manifold Stud Oil Leak It may seem counter intuitive but I would also check the oil pan bolts. I went through all the usual culprits and did not find the source of my leak. The leak included oil on the driveway and light smoke visible with the associated smell. Ultimately it turned out to be the front 6 bolts that were the cause of the leak. You will need to remove a couple of brackets that are in the way, and yes you can remove them temporarily to gain access. So far I have had no leaking simply from re-torquing them. If it ever comes back I will swap the oil pan gasket. Hope that helps. Mike 90 #961