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Old May 8, 2012 | 07:50 PM
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oil leak question

2000 expedition has a oil leak and it puddles under the intake manifold. It goes through 3 quarts between oil changes. I can see a bolt but I'm not sure what it is. Could someone please give me an idea of what is behind the alternator under the air intake manifold. I have tried to take some pictures to help. Thanks for your time.
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A leaking intake manifold gasket will leak oil down in the way you've described.
 
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A leaking intake manifold gasket will leak oil down in the way you've described.
I'm confused Where does the oil come from at the intake manifold. I have checked and it's oil not water.
 
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Originally Posted by jawsfree
Where does the oil come from at the intake manifold.
Okay, sorry, sometimes I forget to explain thoroughly. So, to be more specific, I've seen the valve cover gaskets leak oil that passes by the lower intake manifold gasket and puddles in the valley under the intake.
 
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