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Nov 6, 2003 | 03:38 AM

TERSEJR

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Oil leak

I have recently developed an oil leak at the back of the oil pan. There is a small metal cover under the starter moter and fly wheel I think is where it is coming from. I tightened the last oil pan bolt and cleaned the oil off, and it does not seem to be leaking from the pan, just that cover. Is there a seal or gasket inside that cover that could have gone bad? The weather has turned cold , and now it leaks enough to leave a puddel where ever I go. Any help would be usefull. 2000 F350 auto 122,500 miles and counting.

Nov 6, 2003 | 06:34 AM

powerstroker250

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Check the top of the engine first. Most leaks originate there and run down the back of the engine.

Nov 6, 2003 | 05:31 PM

TERSEJR

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Thanks powerstroker250. You were right. It is coming from the top of the engine and running down the back side. I park up-hill. I can see that it is leaking from under/ around the fuel filter where it meets the engine. Can't see any thing obveous. Any ideas. Thanks.