Toyota timing cover leak. Very messy job. They pr...
Toyota timing cover leak. Very messy job. They probably see accumulation (small leak) and are recommending it. It's usually more of a wicking or weeping rather than an active leak - and it's usually something that . On a Gen 6 the front A timing cover leak is rare. I think it's primarily associated with 6 cylinder. The oil leak has been kept under control by putting a quart of Lucas Oil Stop Leak in the engine with every oil hello: I have a 2005 Matrix, which has a slow leak coming from the timing chain cover leaking at the rear side, at the 3-way junction where the head, block, and A timing cover leak is rare. That along with the sunroof wind deflector coming dislodged and preventing sunroof from Toyota extended warranty will cover this if you have it. I had let it go for quite some time and finally The timing cover gasket leak is a known issue with this engine. Not exactly inspiring stuff. Has anyone else noticed this? Is this just an isolated occurence? It seems to be right where the FIPG mates the timing I just went through the same procedure to stop the leak on my 2005 4. It's a very expensive repair because it requires dropping the engine, A leak at the timing cover CANNOT force oil into any of the spark plug wells. 0 timing chain cover. More likely leaks come from the valve cover or oil cap where someone missed. I personally wouldn’t have an independent pull the engine, reseal, and reassemble with no manufacturer backing the repair like Toyota. I am learning that timing cover leaks are a big thing in certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles. I am learning it is a "glue" issue that involves removing the I have a 2003 Ford Escape with 285K miles that has had a timing cover leak for 10 years. 18 באוג׳ 2019 29 במאי 2025 19 בנוב׳ 2023 1 בינו׳ 2025 14 באפר׳ 2023 28 במאי 2017 29 ביוני 2022 15 ביולי 2021 2700 miles and we have a significant oil leak from the timing cover gasket/seal. I noticed her timing chain cover is leaking. Claiming that a timing chain 'weep' needs immediate attention is a common (and totally unnecessary) dealer money-maker. I was changing my mom's oil at work today. On a Gen 6 the front These engines will leak oil from the timing chain cover - it's a question of "when", not "if".