What is leaking oil? (Pictures inside)

[epapp]

In that area on the drivers side, there is the oil level sensor and oil temperature sensor (two sensors in one package), and it bolts to the top of the crankcase just underneath the drivers side intake plenum. I would stick a light/camera under the plenum and check it out. You will have to clean everything first to easily track the leak down .

[oldlace]

I had a leak and two dealers pushed for rear main seal replacement..$$$$$. I replaced the spark plug tubes @80, and never had another problem. There is a plastic washer in each tube which deteriorates over time and allows oil to escape. So, depending on the age of your car you might take a look.

[jaykay]

Ahhh i think RMS vs tubes should very distinct. you should find another service centre. I have had both. I managed to dislodge an RMS on the track....its a drip 6 o'clock bell housing area. You know right away it's something that ends in MS.

Weekend shot ...roll it into a shop and drop the trans and pan..

Tubes will ooze first and it should very clear that they are the source.....unless there is oil everywhere after leaving it too long. I doubt you could ever duplicate that 6 o'clock death drip