What's on the back of engine, above oil pan? (Wet!)

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  1. CliffordRedPrius

    CliffordRedPrius New Member

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    It is post #21 by NutzAboutBolts

    I also have a picture as well from my car. I’ll upload it here. I actually found the part number 90345-A0002. It’s on the cylinder block. Took me a bit to find it on the diagram. Has anyone had this leak before?
     

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    #41 CliffordRedPrius, Mar 21, 2026 at 2:26 AM
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    Pretty sure you're looking up, there's a driveshaft in foreground, that's all I got so far.
     
    #42 Mendel Leisk, Mar 21, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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    Yes it is very common as an engine builder to see this. Toyota used the wrong liquid sealant (Green) and over time oil compromised the thread
     
    #43 RightOnTime, Mar 21, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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    Mine's not leaking after 385,000 miles.....
     
    #44 ASRDogman, Mar 21, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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