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Old Jul 7, 2023 | 02:57 PM
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Are these generally regarded as safe in a 2008? I wanted to check with the experts before I added anything. I seem to have a small leak when parked on an incline. Thank you!
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Old Jul 8, 2023 | 11:12 AM
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IMHO: If you are thinking of adding something to the oil to stop the leak... don't.
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Old Jul 9, 2023 | 10:54 AM
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Try a high mileage full synthetic first. Worked for my Celica.
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Old Jul 9, 2023 | 11:01 AM
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Also only reason I see the leak on an incline is because the body panels under the car normally hold the leaked oil and now you're at the tipping point.

High mileage might take 1-2 full oil cycles to work, too. So be patient.

Stop leak can gum up the timing on the engine and other areas.
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