Kia Oil Leak Repair

What is an oil leak and how is diagnosed?

You might notice a leak underneath your vehicle but that leak might be an oil leak, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, brake fluid, or just water. The color of the leak can help determine the type of fluid being leaked. Engine oil leaks are one of the most common types of automotive leaks. The most spot for engine oil leak is at gasket joints that could be worn or broken. If you notice any type of leak, you can bring your vehicle to our service center so our technicians can diagnose the source of the leak. One of the methods used for leak detection is using an ultraviolet dye, which is a safe and effective way to determine oil leaks.

Most common signs of an oil leak

Typical signs of an oil leak include red dashboard light illumination, brown or amber color stains under the vehicle, abnormal level of oil level, the smell of burning oil, blue smoke, grinding or clattering sounds.

Why is it important to have an oil leak repair service?

Regardless of the method used to diagnose and fix the leak, you must have the leak fixed as soon as possible. Ignoring an oil leak can lead to major repairs and safety hazards. The belts and hoses of the vehicle might be degraded. The metal parts of the engine might wear down due to a lack of proper lubrication. The vehicle can also suffer from engine fire hazard, as a low engine fuel cannot regulate the engine’s temperature. Also, there is an environmental impact as the oil leaks can increase engine emissions and the leaked oil ends up in the surrounding environment rather than being recycled during an oil change service.