I think I have an oil leak. Is my car going to blow up?
Posted on 4/24/2019
That depends on how much oil you are losing through the oil leak. If your engine doesn't have enough oil in it then yes it can "blow up". What happens is the engine seizes when the internal parts aren't lubricated and they stop rotating.
If your engine has an oil leak the best thing for it is to have it repaired. Gaskets and seals wear out over time and they are a maintenance item. Unlike a tune up or transmission fluid service they don't have a mileage or timeline, when they're worn out they need replaced. Fortunately most gasket and seal replacements cost considerably less than a new engine.
Give us a call or request an appointment online and let us take care of you.
Happy Adventures,
Heather
It's important to keep you safe.
This most likely a catastrophic failure
This debris makes it hard for your radiator to work
An oil leak can be dangerous
Gear oil is important lubrication
This is repair that should not be put off.
It's a mechanical failure
Alternator should not make noise
A plugged exhaust is an issue for your engine.
This can cause bigger issues with your engine