my Genesis G70 is leaking oil what could be causing it

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather tools and parts required for the repair.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and the engine is cold.
• Place safety gloves and goggles on.

2. Drain Engine Oil

• Tools Required: Oil catch pan, socket set, wrench.
• Place the oil catch pan under the oil pan.
• Remove the oil drain plug using the socket wrench and allow the oil to completely drain into the catch pan.
• Replace the drain plug and tighten to manufacturer’s torque specifications.

3. Replace Seals or Gaskets

• Tools Required: Gasket scraper, RTV sealant, torque wrench.
• Identify the leaking gasket or seal (e.g., valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket).
• Remove the components that obstruct access to the gasket or seal.
• Clean the surfaces with a gasket scraper to remove old gasket material.
• Apply a bead of RTV sealant (if applicable) and install the new gasket or seal.
• Reinstall any components that were removed, tightening to manufacturer specifications.

4. Replace Oil Filter (if applicable)

• Tools Required: Oil filter wrench.
• Remove the old oil filter using the oil filter wrench.
• Lubricate the rubber O-ring of the new oil filter with fresh oil.
• Install the new oil filter by hand until snug, then tighten an additional 3/4 turn.

5. Refill Engine Oil

• Tools Required: Funnel.
• Pour the appropriate type and amount of new engine oil into the engine using a funnel.
• Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as necessary.