Do Audis Leak Engine Oil?

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Audi vehicles generally do not leak oil. However, if used for a long time and with poor sealing, oil leakage may occur. Reasons for Audi engine oil leakage: Oil drain plug leakage, external oil leakage, lubricant seepage at the engine oil pan drain bolt, failure of the engine oil pan gasket sealing performance leading to lubricant seepage; improper oil level or incorrect oil dipstick reading; blockage or component failure in the crankcase ventilation system, such as turbocharger failure. Engine oil leakage phenomenon: The engine is not a single unit; from top to bottom, it consists of the valve cover, cylinder head, cylinder block, and oil pan. These components are connected by bolts. Sealing gaskets are used between these parts, some of which are made of rubber. During normal operation, the engine operates at high temperatures, and the cylinder pressure is also very high. Rubber gaskets exposed to such high temperatures and pressures for extended periods can become brittle and hard, leading to reduced sealing performance. As a result, the engine may exhibit oil leakage.