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Identifying an oil leak

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Old 06-18-2010, 07:23 PM
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Identifying an oil leak
I have a 2007 Mini Cooper with automatic transmission. Can someone tell me if there should be plugs covering the openings in the pictures below?

Oil is dripping from the bottom opening.

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That access hole is supposed to be there. It look's like you have a bad crankshaft seal Could be from a defective seal or from too much oil in the crankcase.
 
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Originally Posted by Oxybluecoop
That access hole is supposed to be there. It look's like you have a bad crankshaft seal Could be from a defective seal or from too much oil in the crankcase.
Agree, no plug and you shouldn't have oil leaking out of there...
 
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Thanks for the information.

The dealer confirmed that it is a rear main seal leak, and it will be covered under a warranty repair.
 
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