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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Charls, Apr 25, 2021.

  1. Charls

    Charls Junior Member

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    My Prius 2013 five, leak oil between manifold and engine. Can use some additive to seal that leak? 20210425_094929.jpg
     
    #1 Charls, Apr 25, 2021
  2. PriusCamper

    PriusCamper Senior Member

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    Additive to seal leaks can cause long-term damage to the car... In general replacing that manifold seal is a fairly simple task, but first step is to clean the oil up and make sure that bolt is tight / tighten it a very small amount. Then drive around for a while and see if the oil comes back.

    No need to think about it again if it doesn't come back or only leaks a small amount, unless of course you have other symptoms and then there's a different approach.
     
    #2 PriusCamper, Apr 25, 2021
  3. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk Senior Member

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    How many miles?

    Maybe valve cover gasket leaking?
     
    #3 Mendel Leisk, Apr 25, 2021
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