Took the 986 to an independent

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Originally Posted by rick3000

Sounds like it's the RMS seal, it will leak oil prior to failing. But it could also be one of several other things, go by an auto parts store and have them read the codes.

Personally, I would get a second opinion from a different shop. Any mechanic that claims to have diagnosed IMS failure before it happens, especially on a '99 which isn't affected by IMS failure is either an idiot or trying to rip you off. I am also not sure why you would need a new clutch for an oil leak.

The OP took his car in for a CEL. The garage noted an oil leak, presumably having not done a full investigation as that's not what the car came in for, and made a few suggestions of what it could be. That doesn't read the same as the garage diagnosed the IMS as at fault.