Warning: Most automotive oils and fluids are poisonous. In case of contact with skin, wash off immediately, and in case of contact with clothing, change clothes.
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- The smell of a leak can tell you what is leaking. Some liquids have a specific color. It's a good idea to wash your car thoroughly and place a clean sheet of paper under it overnight to determine where the leak is.
- Keep in mind that some leaks can only occur when the engine is running.
Oil on a pallet
Oil may leak from under the drain plug...
Oil under the filter
... or from under the filter.
Transmission oil
Transmission oil may leak from under the cups on the inner ends of the drive shafts.
Antifreeze
Leaking antifreeze often leaves crystalline deposits like this.
Brake fluid
The leaks on the wheels are most likely brake fluid.
Power Steering Fluid
Fluid may leak from the fittings on the rack housing.