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Apparent oil leak near oil filter. What usually leaks here? What parts to replace?

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Default Apparent oil leak near oil filter. What usually leaks here? What parts to replace?

I removed the big bottom underbody protective cover and cleaned the engine compartment with brake cleaner.

I did some driving and a couple days later, about 25 miles or so, I took the picture I have included here.

I cant tell for sure if the oil that is on the oil filter bracket is leaking from the bracket or if it leaked down from the crank seal.

I lean towards diagnosing the leak as being from the bracket, maybe the sending unit / sensor.

So, is there certain parts that are most likely to leak in this area?

What do you think it is?

I have included a picture of what appears to be leakage from the crankcase seal, and a picture of the oil filter bracket with a drop of oil... Yuck.

Any insight appreciated.




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