A few days after an oil change I noticed a small puddle of oil on my right (passengers) drip pan. I used Penzoil ultra full syn 5-30. I think that the leak might be from the timing chain cover just rearward of the crank pulley.
I have never replaced a timing chain cover seal before, and I'm a little daunted by that job. In trying to determine the problem, I placed a glob of putty along the top of the oil pan. That way I could determine if the leak was from the crank pulley or rearward (corner of timing chain cover closer to the CV joint). Not 100% on timing chain seal just curious if one can tighten the bolts, within reason, and stop the leak. I tried it but only 1/16 at most of a turn. form Maybe Toyota Form in Place Gasket? Any suggestions? Tx
Pictures are from behind the right rear tire. Not an easy view.
This topic was modified 5 years ago by ISpy
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Posted : September 4, 2019 7:43 pm
The best thing to clean the area until it is spot less. Take it for a drive and then use a paper towel on the seals to find the leak. The wicking action though the seals should wet the towel.
Posted : September 6, 2019 9:48 am
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