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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 06:52 AM
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I have an oil leak on my passenger side and it looks like it is coming out of one of the bolts that holds in the oil level sensor. I searched but didn't see any DIY guides here or on youtube. Anyone do this repair? Any tips/advice?

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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 09:20 AM
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Passenger side...?
The oil level sensor is on the drivers side.
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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 10:02 AM
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Hmm...It is on the passenger side, right above the oil pan (I think that is called the upper oil pan)? Has an electrical connector going to it and some bolts. It is located under the 2nd under engine cover plate (nearest the transmission drain pan).

It is NOT the oil pressure sensor that is near the oil filter (driver side) under the front under plate.

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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 10:27 AM
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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by bradland
Passenger side...?
The oil level sensor is on the drivers side.
This is correct. . I replaced my oil level sensor awhile back. My oil leak was actually leaking from the sensor itself, not where it bolted on. At first I thought my leak was my dip stick O ring, (which I replaced) only to find that it was also leaking from the oil level sensor.

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Old Apr 1, 2020 | 10:41 AM
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Thanks for that...it helps. It must be a different part because it is on the passenger side. i will get a few pics in a few days when I inspect for leaks.
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