My friend's 1999 Beetle has an oil leak.
2007-03-13 08:58:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Pressure wash the under side of the engine. Then the new oil leaking will make the leak easier to spot.
2007-03-13 09:09:31 · answer #1 · answered by gejandsons 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you just can't ID it from looking around under the area of the leak (yes, sometimes the oil runs sideways, making that tough), there are fluorescent dyes that can be added to the oil. If you get on it right away with a black light, the source of the leak will be immediately evident.
2007-03-13 09:06:16 · answer #2 · answered by C Anderson 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a dye you can get to put in the oil. Go to a parts store like Advance or Auto Zone
2007-03-13 09:05:56 · answer #3 · answered by Ironball 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thoroughly pressure wash the engine(protect electronic components by bagging and taping). Let dry. Start the car and let idle for a few minutes. Inspect closely for signs of leakage. If none found drive a short distance and check again.
2007-03-13 09:09:27 · answer #4 · answered by yes_its_me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look under the car and see if it is leaking? check is the oil stick and see how low it is
2007-03-13 09:07:40 · answer #5 · answered by 30 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take to dealer.
2007-03-13 09:06:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋