Re: is oil leak normal?

Cheepy wrote:

I bought a 1990 BMW 318i from a dealer last week. After I took it home
I found a small oil leak under the engine. I am aware that it is a 16
years old car, and after reading around the web, it seems that oil leak
is quite normal. How do I prevent this to be a big problem later on?
I'm an automotive newbie, so please be patient.

On my 1989 318i (M40) I've had leaks from the oil filter housing
(gasket needed replacing) and also from where the dip-stick tube fits
into the engine block (rubber grommet needed replacing)

Stuart

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