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oil leak?

Old Aug 13, 2011 | 03:01 PM
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im new to the fourm, and to hondas. i come from a world of drag racing atvs and streetbikes. i just got a 96 civic, d16y8 and when i first got it it didnt leak oil, but now the tube tht holds the dipstick moves all around and drainin oil like crazy. can somebody tell me whats wrong?
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 01:16 PM
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There is an O-ring located at the root of tube. This O-ring shall be replaced. And I think there is a clip that holds the tube securely to the side of engine. Make sure it is there, too.
 
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