- Open the oil filler cap and check the gasket for porosity and damage
- Check the reliability of the fastening of the ventilation hoses from the oil filler cap to the air filter.
- Cylinder head cover gasket.
- Cylinder head gasket.
- The connection point of the ignition distributor flange.
- Oil filter gasket.
- Oil drain plug bolt (gasket).
- Oil pan gasket.
- The connection point between the engine and gearbox (oil seal at the flywheel or gearbox shaft).
Since the oil spills over a large surface when leaking, it is very difficult to determine the location of the leak at first glance. When searching, it is advisable to proceed as follows:
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- Wash the engine. Spray the engine with a commercially available cold cleaner and rinse with water after a short time. Before doing this, cover the ignition distributor and generator with plastic covers.
- Sprinkle chalk or talc on the joints and gaskets on the engine.
- Check the oil level and top up if necessary.
- Make a test drive. Since the oil on a hot engine liquefies and appears faster at the leak site, the test drive should be done on a highway for at least 30 km.
- Inspect the engine with a portable unit, locate the leaks and eliminate the leaks.