Is Engine Oil Leakage a Serious Issue?

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ArthurAnn
07/24/25 7:13pm
Engine oil leakage is not particularly serious and is considered a common fault. Below are the reasons for engine oil leakage: 1. Improper engine assembly, insufficient surface cleaning, damaged or displaced sealing gaskets leading to oil leakage. 2. Excessive lubrication oil or the use of incorrect oil type, causing abnormal internal oil pressure in the engine and resulting in oil leakage. 3. Quality issues in production, where flaws in the manufacturing process lead to sand holes in engine components, causing oil leakage. 4. Prolonged use of the engine, leading to aging and failure of sealing components, resulting in oil leakage. 5. Improper installation of the engine's sealing components, not following the prescribed procedures, leading to insufficient or excessive tightening of nuts and screws, causing loosening or breakage of screws and resulting in oil leakage.
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