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2006 Volvo S40 with slow oil leak

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Youngamerican68
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Jul 13, 2023, 8:26 AM

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2006 Volvo S40 with slow oil leak Sign In
My S40 has been leaking small drops of oil on the passenger side for a few weeks. I took it to local shop and they said they did not have the tools to make the repair and that I should take it to the dealer. Dealer took a look at and believes it is the seals and likely the hubs need to be replaced. All in I am looking at $2,500. Car is a 2006 and has treated me well but at this point I am having trouble justifying the expense. Dealer mentioned the oil could damage the timing belt. I took a look and from what I can see the belt looks to be in good shape. The car has not indicated a low oil alert. I use the car primarily for short trips of no more than 10 miles. Realistically, how long would I be able to drive the car as this point? Is there anything that I could do as a band aid at this point to keep me in the car for a few months?


Hammer Time
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Jul 13, 2023, 8:40 AM

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I took a look and from what I can see the belt looks to be in good shape.
Did you disassemble the front of the engine. If not you didn't see the timing belt. You are probably looking at the drive belt.

Oil leaks are a problem, especially if they are in the timing area. These things are expected with time. If you can afford a new car, fine otherwise this one needs to be fixed.

I will also say the dealer is not the only one capable of doing this. There are many competent independent shops that can do this for less money.



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