Tip 2: Oil leaks

Older DSMs will leak oil. It's a fact of life, and not something to worry too much about unless the car is going through more than about a quart of oil every 3,000 miles.

There are several common oil leak sources. Here are a few, and instructions on what to do about them.

 

Oil Cap

Dipstick

Valve Cover

Turbo

Valve seals