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I have a 2000 Chev Astro Van AWD w/ 83,000 miles. On the bottom of the bell housing there is a weep hole where the bell housing meets the oil pan. Engine oil is leaking slightly from the weep hole. I took off the engine cowling and didn't see any leaks from the valve covers or the rear of the intake manifold. Where else could it be leaking from and what is the fix? Thank you
Hi Tom... that is a rear main seal leak. you will need to remove the trans to get to it. seal is at the rear of the crank shaft....you could try a good engine stop leak if it isn't too bad a leak...lucus engine treatment works not too bad.... hope this helps
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| Comment | Thank you. I suspected that was the cause but was hoping it could be something more simple. The Chevy dealer wants $800. to fix it. It has AWD so I don't think it would be a good idea to have other than a dealership fix it. | ||
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Robert Summers
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domestic auto/truck repair, auto body, painting. I currently own a large auto/truck/marine repair shop. 40 years certified 310S,310T,310B in ontario Canada
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40 years certified 310S,310T,310B ontario qualified, 7 years with GM have owned my own shop now for the past 27 years.was automotive marketing director for large auto parts supplier.
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