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Searching in 1990 USDM TSRM.
Areas /Oil leakage
Lubrication System

Oil leakage

Lubrication system oil leakage.

Possible causes and remedies
Possible cause
Cylinder head, cylinder block or oil pump body damaged or cracked
Remedy
Repair as necessary
Possible cause
Oil seal faulty
Remedy
Replace oil seal
Possible cause
Gasket faulty
Remedy
Replace gasket