@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair that's what's going on with my 2000 accord v6, lots of oil ..what is a good price for this problem..I'm not sure if that's it but it goes through a lot of oil..I changed my oil and 3 days later the oil light came on...is there a temporary solution for this problem? a type of sealant
@@bigearl8687 no fix that I know of Earl, never done one of these and you have to remove the subframe to get the transmission out. I would say at least 1,000.00
I’m in the exact same boat! Instead of taking it to the third shop I’m gonna do it myself! I have fixed two leaks from watching videos. But now I’m at whether it’s the oil pan or rear main seal and this video it what I’ve been looking for. I did not know about the inspection plate, so I can now look to see if it’s the RMS or the oil pan gasket! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻 this information is priceless.
You are a very good professional Sir, great job. I have the same thing happening with my 2001 Accord V6 coupe. When I am driving the smell of burnt oil comes into the cabin of said vehicle, and when parked, the oil leaks on to the floor.
I have an 03 Accord 4cyl sedan. I had oil leaking, but there was no signs if it (no oil under car, or anywhere else) I was putting in at least a quart in a month. Rear main seal? Worn piston rings?
This is how my 2013 Honda accord looked. Honda said it was the oil pump seal. I still get a little burning smell. It’s been 5 days now . I don’t see any puddles anymore but still a little moisture. Do you think I need to give it more time or what’s your suggestion
I have been trying to diagnose oil and transmission leaks on my 1999 Accord 2.3L for a year or two. I learned that I had a transmission leak--the fluid got so low that I had a CEL! I took it into the nearest transmission shop and the guy just gave me an estimate for a rebuild! I keep cleaning my engine and trying to find the source of the leak. Then I found out that a single mom that I knew, who had recently been homeless, was looking for a car and a place to live, so I let her drive my car while she figured out housing. I couldn't get my car back for 6 weeks, she drove 5,000 miles, and the 2.3L engine was missing 3 quarts of oil and it was missing 3.5 quarts of ATF! I resumed cleaning the engine, put dye in the engine and the transmission, and the dye was all over the oil pan, but not above it. A mechanic said the oil pan gasket was leaking and wanted $400. He said he didn't see any transmission fluid and neither did another mechanic. I replaced the oil pan gasket and the first time I drove her there was oil all over the transmission, right where the case halves meet. I only cared about the oil leak because I figured that it made it harder to track down the transmission leak. I believe I saw some ATF on the catalytic converter, but that was all that I noticed, while the entire underside is oily. I took my car to a transmission shop and he didn't see any transmission fluid, either, but pointed out oil behind my valve cover gasket, and then suggested that the rear main seal was leaking! I needed to drive out of town for some appointments and my sister has been bothering me to sell her the car for my nephew. I cannot find the leaks. Three mechanics didn't help. I have other cars that I need to fix. I bought this from our sister-in-law for $250, so I offered to sell it for that price, and she agreed. My car had some recalls, though, so I took it in for that, and asked the dealership to find my leaks. He didn't notice any ATF, but said there was oil all over the bottom, and there wasn't Hondabond on the corners of the valve cover gasket, so obviously I need to replace that, and they will put Hondabond on the corners. There isn't oil below the gasket!
My 2.3 Accord oil seal problems started with a sudden increase in internal engine psi by blowing out the dip-stick! PVC valve, all upper engine seals, oil pan and gaskets replaced. Now the front and rear crankshaft seals are leaking! All cylinders have 160-180 psi compression. Excessive blow-by is not the issue. Stumped as to what else could possibly cause this sudden high increase in internal engine air pressure? Presently looking at $1,300 est. to replace just the rear seal!
Hi I was wondering if you know what can cause a oil leak on Honda accord 1993 on the right hand side I see the leak coming from the bottom of the right hand motor mount and I see the same problem on the right side of the car on the bottom a lot of leak ?
This is happening to my 2017 Honda accord now. Changed the gaskets like they told me but keeps leaking and it’s running all the way underneath my car as well
Mine has small oil tears in the bottom, but good loOard! This honda here, has the oil traveling all the way to the rear mufflers. I'm gonna leave my small leak alone. If i have to swap my transmission, then ill have the seal done as well.
My 2008 Honda Accord has been leaking oil not sure where the leak it’s coming from I was told something was broke off and also that it keep causing my serpentine belt to constantly rip
Thank you robin Williams.. not my problem though. i got a very small leak that has covered a bottom portion of my transmission by the small hose connected to it .. nothin big wonder what it is
john nice find they probable did not do a visual inspection under the veh there is no way it is a valve cover gasket oil is to far in the rear this was a easy one for me he should get his money back for the valve cover gasket and never go to those 2 shops again he should just go to you
Some of these silly arm chair technicians don't realize that oil leaks are often not just one specific area. I've worked on Toyotas, Lexus and Hondas and have discovered multiple engine oil leak, to include valve covers, hoses, oil pans and rear engine seals. I've always told vehicle owners to wash the engine from all oil and then placing a large piece of cardboard to determine the location. In addition the use of engine oil dye also helps to narrow down the source of the leak. With high mileage engines, a technician can often start at the top and work their way down to eliminate those leaks. I've had to do this with customers when identifying the engine oil leaks. Often times, customers don't want to pay either and want oil leaks to disappear with a limited budget since removing a transmission to replace a e rear engine seal is not a cheap endeavor.
Hi John amazing work I have a 2009 Honda Accord the oil say 70% when I put my feet on the gas the oil light comes on n off also my windshield wipers keep going back n forward can u please tell me what it wrong Thanks
Hi thank you for the video ! Question just got the head gasket replaced on my honda accord 2005 And just noticed a drop of oil coming from the passenger side not sure if this related to head gasket job just got done and to be honest I don't trust that shop anymore that is why I am asking what could be? Please help and thank you
Hi Ghesoon, can you take a picture of the area? Also a copy of the invoice to see what they actually said they did. You can email me at johnsadlersautorepair@gmail.com How does the engine run?
Supposedly I have multiple oil leaks coming out the front only transmission in my Honda Accord 2002 LX. It's wet under the car when I was showed it by a mechanic, but I never see anything on the floor when I'm parked. Slowly coming out how? Oil appeared to drained when he checked the amount with stick. What would be the issue here?
Good afternoon, if it's wet underneath and no fluid on the ground we call that seeping and it Is Not a big deal and I would not spend money to fix it. When cars get older they will use a little oil between changes due to the engine burning it internally. If it's transmission fluid , when you check it cold it will be at a lower level on the stick. When the transmission fluid warms the level will be higher on the stick.
Thank you for this helpful video. How difficult would this job be or would you recommend having a repair shop and how much would a repair like this cost? I also need to replace the oil filter housing gasket as well as the front and back cam cover seals. Thank you for sharing your expertise much appreciated.
It's a very common leak on these engines, it is from the spool valve assembly (the whole block that your dipstick attaches to). There are steel plates and a gasket set that can be replaced. IIRC Honda doesn't sell these gaskets separately, BUT they are available online. Search for V6 spool valve gaskets and make sure they fit your year range, the Accord Forums are also a good resource. By the way, this oil leak can and will ruin/kill the alternator!! So get it fixed sooner than later otherwise you'll have bigger problems.
I have a '95 Accord with a 2.2 4 cyl. Vtec engine. It keeps leaking oil from the crankshaft. Replacing the gaskets and retainers only makes it stop for a week. Even after a complete engine rectify and rebuild, it's still there.
Mr. John, I've convinced just searching and it's no accident a tune in to this video on TH-cam and seen this video I have been to Honda dealership and I drive a 99 Honda Accord and it has a oil leak such as what you're describing the consumer in your video has .is there any way you can help me with some information on where to go to fix the problem with out getting ripped off by mechanic. This video was a eye opener.
I literally just had this problem in Pflugerville, Texas. My valve cover gasket needed replaced. I've known that, but I just started getting small oil leaks in my driveway. I take it to the mechanic and say I'm aware of the valve cover gasket needing replaced, but I would like to know what the cause of this other leak is. I want to know if it is a separate issue. They then say they usually work from the top down, and my valve cover gasket needs replaced. So I again reiterated that I'm aware and want to them to see if their are any other leaks. They call back and say that appears to be the only leak. So I have them replace valve cover gasket and when i get home...the same leak is occurring directly under the engine. Highly annoying situation. Thank you for the video though. The search continues.
Please replace the aluminum housing the oil seal goes into with the seal. I think there is a paper gasket behind the cover also. I always buy those parts from the dealer. The ones from auto parts don't work in my opinion.
My car has alot of oil up under it such as the one in your video with the customer car. Am souly is depending on my car to get back and forth to work and with small children so I need my transportation but it's hard to find true mechanic because you a woman to tell you the truth about your car . Honda dealership told me one thing but like you said with that much oil under that car and like mine also it's a bigger problem.please help.
I have a 2000 honda accord that just started having the same problem I correctly diagnose the problem within 5 min it was the crank seal also and I'm just a backyard mechanic only training I have is TH-cam and my own experience. Maybe I should apply at garages I'm better than the first 2 mechanics he took it to lol
Hi Christopher, the seal usually comes out due to its mounted on a thin aluminum plate that bolts to the back of the engine. Over about 150,000 miles the seal material wears out and so does the aluminum housing it's pressed into. Whenever I replace them I buy the housing and the seal from the dealer.
Hello Pankaj! You have to take the transmission out to do this job. No special tools, metric sockets and wrenches. Of course it's best to put the car on a lift and have a transmission jack to lower it out.
You have to drop the exhaust, sub-frame, pull the half shafts out, disconnect everything from the transmission, and remove the transmission. To get to all that you'll have to remove the battery, battery tray, air box, and starter. I know because mine is leaking. Sigh...
Somewhere between 800.00 to 1,000.00 dollars. Mostly labor on this job since you have to remove the transmission. He took it to another shop for the repair.
Hi Steven. 3:12 minutes into the video it shows the rear main oil seal coming out of its housing. The customer took it to another shop. Probably 800.00 to 1,000.00 dollars.
I had this same issue when I was diagnosing oil leaks. If you don't have much experience you don't know what your looking for. People don't take their time and make the right diagnosis. I've taken my car to a Honda shop for a warranty coolant leak and they kept telling me they can't find it and that it was the coolant resivoir. I found the leak and dried blue coolant on the driverside lower part of the radiator in 5 mins. It took 5 different techs some varied in experience and age. Just baffles me to know that those shops have people that don't know shit. I had a Ford and took it in for some issues, I didn't have time to diagnose myself, but, they diagnosed it correctly and car ran perfect after that. People always forget to take care of the customer and they will keep on coming back. Not just sell them shit they don't need and find out the problem didn't get fixed. That's why I've maintained all my vehicles well over 100k mark. Good to know that a guy like you can do his job right not just for a paycheck.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair I have a small leak due to a rear seal that is failing. The mechanic has concerns, because he said sometimes the crankshaft has a groove from the seal (often on Hondas). Is there a way to ensure a good seal? I'm not very mechanical. I don't even know what a new housing is. The cost of this is about $1650 at my mechanic, and part of me wants to walk away from it, but I also care if my car is leaking onto the ground. It seems like it will only get worse.
If your leak is small, couple of spots on the ground and don't have to add oil between services, I would not worry to much about it for now. Depending on the mileage sometimes you can put a little heavier weight oil also. The leak may stay like that for along time. Waiting is not a bad thing.
Hi Will79, I didn't do the repair on this one. The customer told me he had a price of $800.00 dollars to fix it. With 300,000 miles I personally wouldn't fix it, would use that money to invest in another vehicle with less mileage. You could have someone remove the inspection cover like in the video just to verify.
2015 honda accord here....was told i had a oil leak..they claim they need to replace transmission AND engine to repair it...quoted me $7,968..seems veryy steep.
Run for your life!!! First of all, how much oil do you see on the ground after parking overnight? Second, how often do you have to add engine oil? Let me know that and I'll help guide you from there.
Well done. Mechanic like you will bring back the trust of consumer on this industry.
dge29 Thank You dge29!!!!
3 years on and ive just watched your video. Super informative. Thanks John! 👍😎
John the problem is some mechanics just don’t know how to think outside the box. Nice work!
Gene Friedman Thanks Gene!
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair that's what's going on with my 2000 accord v6, lots of oil ..what is a good price for this problem..I'm not sure if that's it but it goes through a lot of oil..I changed my oil and 3 days later the oil light came on...is there a temporary solution for this problem? a type of sealant
@@bigearl8687 no fix that I know of Earl, never done one of these and you have to remove the subframe to get the transmission out. I would say at least 1,000.00
They just don’t want to do the work is what happens
No some are lazy and would rather make money off of you and send you on your way..they'll let someone fix the real problem.
I’m in the exact same boat! Instead of taking it to the third shop I’m gonna do it myself! I have fixed two leaks from watching videos. But now I’m at whether it’s the oil pan or rear main seal and this video it what I’ve been looking for. I did not know about the inspection plate, so I can now look to see if it’s the RMS or the oil pan gasket! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻 this information is priceless.
Your very welcome 💪
Replacing the rear main seal is a big job. Great video
Thanks Carl!
I didn’t know there was an inspection cover on the V6 engine. Thanks for this information and video.
Your welcome Richard!
If the seal was pushed out like this it's probably because the PCV valve is messed up and there's too much pressure in the crankcase
You are a very good professional Sir, great job. I have the same thing happening with my 2001 Accord V6 coupe. When I am driving the smell of burnt oil comes into the cabin of said vehicle, and when parked, the oil leaks on to the floor.
Thanks Mark!
What was the outcome of your problem @MarkLawrence
You are a good mechanic I want to have in my town. I have a 2004 Honda Accord v6. Thanks to post a video.
Thanks Khanh!!!
Has always Mr Sadler. Great trouble shooting. And has always I Liked,Shared and added to Playlists.
All my best.
Bobby
Thanks Bobby!!! Your Great!
@Torey Hi Torey, it was the rear main engine oil seal. Find a shop that will show you the leak and give you a warranty for your money.
@JohnSadlersAutoRepair how much did you charge the customer?
great video, thanks for taking the time to enlightening everybody on here
Thanks!!! And your welcome
Can the seal come out like this on the pulley side? I have a slow leak in that area. Thank you!
Ingenious design, that car will survive the Midwest where they salt the roads.
Good job sir....honest mechanics are few and far between.
Thanks Mr. G!!!!
I have an 03 Accord 4cyl sedan. I had oil leaking, but there was no signs if it (no oil under car, or anywhere else) I was putting in at least a quart in a month. Rear main seal? Worn piston rings?
This is how my 2013 Honda accord looked. Honda said it was the oil pump seal. I still get a little burning smell. It’s been 5 days now . I don’t see any puddles anymore but still a little moisture. Do you think I need to give it more time or what’s your suggestion
I have been trying to diagnose oil and transmission leaks on my 1999 Accord 2.3L for a year or two. I learned that I had a transmission leak--the fluid got so low that I had a CEL!
I took it into the nearest transmission shop and the guy just gave me an estimate for a rebuild!
I keep cleaning my engine and trying to find the source of the leak.
Then I found out that a single mom that I knew, who had recently been homeless, was looking for a car and a place to live, so I let her drive my car while she figured out housing.
I couldn't get my car back for 6 weeks, she drove 5,000 miles, and the 2.3L engine was missing 3 quarts of oil and it was missing 3.5 quarts of ATF!
I resumed cleaning the engine, put dye in the engine and the transmission, and the dye was all over the oil pan, but not above it.
A mechanic said the oil pan gasket was leaking and wanted $400.
He said he didn't see any transmission fluid and neither did another mechanic.
I replaced the oil pan gasket and the first time I drove her there was oil all over the transmission, right where the case halves meet.
I only cared about the oil leak because I figured that it made it harder to track down the transmission leak.
I believe I saw some ATF on the catalytic converter, but that was all that I noticed, while the entire underside is oily.
I took my car to a transmission shop and he didn't see any transmission fluid, either, but pointed out oil behind my valve cover gasket, and then suggested that the rear main seal was leaking!
I needed to drive out of town for some appointments and my sister has been bothering me to sell her the car for my nephew.
I cannot find the leaks. Three mechanics didn't help. I have other cars that I need to fix.
I bought this from our sister-in-law for $250, so I offered to sell it for that price, and she agreed.
My car had some recalls, though, so I took it in for that, and asked the dealership to find my leaks.
He didn't notice any ATF, but said there was oil all over the bottom, and there wasn't Hondabond on the corners of the valve cover gasket, so obviously I need to replace that, and they will put Hondabond on the corners.
There isn't oil below the gasket!
My 2.3 Accord oil seal problems started with a sudden increase in internal engine psi by blowing out the dip-stick! PVC valve, all upper engine seals, oil pan and gaskets replaced. Now the front and rear crankshaft seals are leaking! All cylinders have 160-180 psi compression. Excessive blow-by is not the issue. Stumped as to what else could possibly cause this sudden high increase in internal engine air pressure? Presently looking at $1,300 est. to replace just the rear seal!
Hi I was wondering if you know what can cause a oil leak on Honda accord 1993 on the right hand side I see the leak coming from the bottom of the right hand motor mount and I see the same problem on the right side of the car on the bottom a lot of leak ?
This is happening to my 2017 Honda accord now. Changed the gaskets like they told me but keeps leaking and it’s running all the way underneath my car as well
Wow, that is a lot of oil. I've never seen a rear main seal leak this bad! I'm surprised the owner hasn't blown the engine due to running out of oil.
HI Stanley! Me too....
Stanley Waggoner that's exactly what I was thinking as well
It's a Honda
Mine has small oil tears in the bottom, but good loOard! This honda here, has the oil traveling all the way to the rear mufflers. I'm gonna leave my small leak alone. If i have to swap my transmission, then ill have the seal done as well.
@@RandomGuy159951 Was your leak at the rear seal?
My 2008 Honda Accord has been leaking oil not sure where the leak it’s coming from I was told something was broke off and also that it keep causing my serpentine belt to constantly rip
Thanks John I have the same issue on 2003 4 cylinder. I was about to change the oil pan
Where was leak coming from?
@@kittykat4406 I think it was the rear seal.
Great Work John!
Thanks!!!!!
good aprouch and info as always Mr John. cheeeers
j georges Thank you!
Excellent diagnosis.
Rick D Thanks Rick!
Thank you robin Williams.. not my problem though. i got a very small leak that has covered a bottom portion of my transmission by the small hose connected to it .. nothin big wonder what it is
Can you send me a picture of it?
john nice find they probable did not do a visual inspection under the veh there is no way it is a valve cover gasket oil is to far in the rear this was a easy one for me he should get his money back for the valve cover gasket and never go to those 2 shops again he should just go to you
At least it won't rust under there any time soon..! :-)
Yep,lol!
Some of these silly arm chair technicians don't realize that oil leaks are often not just one specific area. I've worked on Toyotas, Lexus and Hondas and have discovered multiple engine oil leak, to include valve covers, hoses, oil pans and rear engine seals. I've always told vehicle owners to wash the engine from all oil and then placing a large piece of cardboard to determine the location. In addition the use of engine oil dye also helps to narrow down the source of the leak. With high mileage engines, a technician can often start at the top and work their way down to eliminate those leaks. I've had to do this with customers when identifying the engine oil leaks. Often times, customers don't want to pay either and want oil leaks to disappear with a limited budget since removing a transmission to replace a e rear engine seal is not a cheap endeavor.
What’s the name of it?
Great experienced mechanic thanks!
Your welcome Brian!!!
Hi John amazing work I have a 2009 Honda Accord the oil say 70% when I put my feet on the gas the oil light comes on n off also my windshield wipers keep going back n forward can u please tell me what it wrong Thanks
Please check the oil level first, it sound like some type of a short. I have never seen that problem before.
Hi thank you for the video !
Question just got the head gasket replaced on my honda accord 2005
And just noticed a drop of oil coming from the passenger side not sure if this related to head gasket job just got done and to be honest I don't trust that shop anymore that is why I am asking what could be?
Please help and thank you
Hi Ghesoon, can you take a picture of the area? Also a copy of the invoice to see what they actually said they did.
You can email me at johnsadlersautorepair@gmail.com
How does the engine run?
Supposedly I have multiple oil leaks coming out the front only transmission in my Honda Accord 2002 LX. It's wet under the car when I was showed it by a mechanic, but I never see anything on the floor when I'm parked. Slowly coming out how? Oil appeared to drained when he checked the amount with stick. What would be the issue here?
Good afternoon, if it's wet underneath and no fluid on the ground we call that seeping and it Is Not a big deal and I would not spend money to fix it.
When cars get older they will use a little oil between changes due to the engine burning it internally. If it's transmission fluid , when you check it cold it will be at a lower level on the stick. When the transmission fluid warms the level will be higher on the stick.
Another great video!
Thanks John!!!
When the brotha tries to duck out at 3:47😂
Lol
Thank you for this helpful video. How difficult would this job be or would you recommend having a repair shop and how much would a repair like this cost? I also need to replace the oil filter housing gasket as well as the front and back cam cover seals. Thank you for sharing your expertise much appreciated.
Good morning Czar , the customer took it to another shop. He said it was $800.00 dollars to do the job.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair Thank you Sir, have a great week and stay safe.
@Czar Guzman forgot to tell you it's alot of work taking the transmission and axles out. If you have a lift to raise the car up helps alot.
I have a question so my friend have 2008 Honda accord v6 he is dripping oil all over the place there oil on the alternator what could this be
It's a very common leak on these engines, it is from the spool valve assembly (the whole block that your dipstick attaches to). There are steel plates and a gasket set that can be replaced. IIRC Honda doesn't sell these gaskets separately, BUT they are available online. Search for V6 spool valve gaskets and make sure they fit your year range, the Accord Forums are also a good resource. By the way, this oil leak can and will ruin/kill the alternator!! So get it fixed sooner than later otherwise you'll have bigger problems.
Thank you so much for this information.
Your welcome Luis!
I have a '95 Accord with a 2.2 4 cyl. Vtec engine. It keeps leaking oil from the crankshaft. Replacing the gaskets and retainers only makes it stop for a week. Even after a complete engine rectify and rebuild, it's still there.
Did you ever get it fix?
@@aggieworm2390 It seems to have stopped by its own, but I'll get that rechecked on the next oil change which will be very soon.
@@fbt25 thx! Hope its fixed! 😊
@@fbt25 any update?
@@SwagScop3d It seems to have stopped for now, but it's running on the minimum oil volume and the oil pressure light eventually flickers.
Agree with you 100%. But it’s actually not a common issue on these vehicles...
usually it's a Vtec solenoid gasket or a spool gasket
Mr. John, I've convinced just searching and it's no accident a tune in to this video on TH-cam and seen this video I have been to Honda dealership and I drive a 99 Honda Accord and it has a oil leak such as what you're describing the consumer in your video has .is there any way you can help me with some information on where to go to fix the problem with out getting ripped off by mechanic. This video was a eye opener.
Im glad to cross this video mine is the same way a 95 accord
i have a powersteering fluid leak can found where is coming from can you give me any idea to find it please thank you
What is the year, make and model of your car?
I have an oil leak but it’s on my passenger said rear do you think it can be my vtec mines doesn’t leak close to as bad
Hi Bebo, there are some o rings that leak on the vtec solenoid mounted on the passenger side head. I always buy them from the dealer.
Thanks John, what do you think the job will cost to repair?
I'm not sure, dont do much of those jobs anymore.
I would say at least $800 to 1,300.00
I have 2010 Honda Accord V6. Have oil leak but no oil on ground ever. What could be the cause?
Some engines internally burn oil. If your using 0-20 wt, you can try 5-20 wt. Also check the PCV valve, when they stick can use more oil.
I literally just had this problem in Pflugerville, Texas. My valve cover gasket needed replaced. I've known that, but I just started getting small oil leaks in my driveway. I take it to the mechanic and say I'm aware of the valve cover gasket needing replaced, but I would like to know what the cause of this other leak is. I want to know if it is a separate issue. They then say they usually work from the top down, and my valve cover gasket needs replaced. So I again reiterated that I'm aware and want to them to see if their are any other leaks. They call back and say that appears to be the only leak. So I have them replace valve cover gasket and when i get home...the same leak is occurring directly under the engine. Highly annoying situation. Thank you for the video though. The search continues.
Yep! Its really sad how this happens so much in the automotive business Nicholas!
Where was the leak at?
Good tip Bud. How much did you quote the owner of that car to replace the seal?
Thanks! It was around $1,000 dollars. He found a better price somewhere else.
Thank you! My is leaking. It's a 2000 Accord 4 cyl. This will be the 4th seal...
Please replace the aluminum housing the oil seal goes into with the seal. I think there is a paper gasket behind the cover also.
I always buy those parts from the dealer.
The ones from auto parts don't work in my opinion.
My car has alot of oil up under it such as the one in your video with the customer car. Am souly is depending on my car to get back and forth to work and with small children so I need my transportation but it's hard to find true mechanic because you a woman to tell you the truth about your car . Honda dealership told me one thing but like you said with that much oil under that car and like mine also it's a bigger problem.please help.
Jesus bless you
I have a 2000 honda accord that just started having the same problem I correctly diagnose the problem within 5 min it was the crank seal also and I'm just a backyard mechanic only training I have is TH-cam and my own experience. Maybe I should apply at garages I'm better than the first 2 mechanics he took it to lol
Yep! You definitely are!!!! Good job!
Why is the seal coming out? That is the source of problem. Too much crankcase pressure. Does it need rings?
Hi Christopher, the seal usually comes out due to its mounted on a thin aluminum plate that bolts to the back of the engine.
Over about 150,000 miles the seal material wears out and so does the aluminum housing it's pressed into.
Whenever I replace them I buy the housing and the seal from the dealer.
What tools are needed to replace these two gaskets ?
Hello Pankaj! You have to take the transmission out to do this job. No special tools, metric sockets and wrenches. Of course it's best to put the car on a lift and have a transmission jack to lower it out.
Wow Thanks for explaining this
Your welcome Martin!
What’s the name of that seal and what’s an estimate on labor ?
Rear main crankshaft seal. Labor probably around 650.00 to 750.00
My uncle literally gave me his sh*t box 2001 accord with an oil leakage problem and left. I don’t exactly know how to fix this issue still.
How much does it cost for a job like this camshaft seal replacement ?
Hi Yolie, this one is the crankshaft seal. I didn't do the repair.
The customer said it was around $1,000.00 dollars.
so whats the fix....and sounds like a big repair...you have to pull transmission.....right....?
You have to drop the exhaust, sub-frame, pull the half shafts out, disconnect everything from the transmission, and remove the transmission. To get to all that you'll have to remove the battery, battery tray, air box, and starter. I know because mine is leaking. Sigh...
You didnt tell how to fix. it? Its going to be a big job to remove the engine bay
I have a leak and it gets on the hood of the car when im driving. I dont see it till i stop and get out. Whats up with that?
Can you take a picture of it and send it to me? Also the year make and model. Johnsadlersautorepair@gmail.com
Its been raining here in Florida and cant get a good shot, but when I do I'll send it.
John Sadler's Auto Repair Hey found out my cap was off, ooops. I was wondering how would I know of the pan or gasket need to be changed.
He must've spent a ton on Oil!
What would the cost be on a repair like that be?
Somewhere between 800.00 to 1,000.00 dollars. Mostly labor on this job since you have to remove the transmission. He took it to another shop for the repair.
Good job. How much did you charge the customer?
Thanks!!! They didn't want me to do it. Took it to another repair shop. It was around 800.00 to 1,000.00 estimate from me.
Will that cause transmission fluid to leak to?
No sir, just the engine oil.
so how much is that repair? Mine is a 2004 with 165k. Just keep checking the oil, and keep a few in the trunk?
Hi Andrew, he didn't have me do it. I think he paid 800.00 , not sure though
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair Thanks I'm bringing my Accord and this video to my mechanic probably tomorrow. Will let you know thx
@@nycnftm Your welcome Andrew! Looking forward to hearing what they find out!
Good video! Customer googling "HOW MUCH TO REPLACE REAR MAIN SEAL" at 3:30 LOL
So what was the problem, I’m I missing something, and what the price!
Hi Steven. 3:12 minutes into the video it shows the rear main oil seal coming out of its housing.
The customer took it to another shop. Probably 800.00 to 1,000.00 dollars.
So is it cheaper to buy a new car or get it fixed?
Hi Ben, the car has alot of miles on it, I wouldn't have fixed it.
The customer said he found a shop to do it for a good price.
I had this same issue when I was diagnosing oil leaks. If you don't have much experience you don't know what your looking for. People don't take their time and make the right diagnosis. I've taken my car to a Honda shop for a warranty coolant leak and they kept telling me they can't find it and that it was the coolant resivoir. I found the leak and dried blue coolant on the driverside lower part of the radiator in 5 mins. It took 5 different techs some varied in experience and age. Just baffles me to know that those shops have people that don't know shit. I had a Ford and took it in for some issues, I didn't have time to diagnose myself, but, they diagnosed it correctly and car ran perfect after that. People always forget to take care of the customer and they will keep on coming back. Not just sell them shit they don't need and find out the problem didn't get fixed. That's why I've maintained all my vehicles well over 100k mark. Good to know that a guy like you can do his job right not just for a paycheck.
That's why I like to have it done by DIMyS .. Do It MySelf
How much was the cost to do this job?
The customer declined my services.
Would have been around 1,000 dollars.
I have the same problem 😣
I wish I was close to your repair shop! 😞
Awwww, thanks!
Like about how much would it cost to replace it
I'm not sure Jorge, he took it somewhere else for the repairs. I think it is about 6 hours labor.
Between $400 and $600 depending on where you go. Need to pull the tranny out, big job!
What is the seal call?
Hi Vinh, it's called the rear main oil seal.
How do you replace it? Do you have a video that shows how to do it?
Frank Ortiz Hi Frank, you have to take the transmission out to replace it, it's about a five or six hour job on this car
Thank you. You have been a great help. My 04 Accord is doing the same. I have close to 395k miles on it.
Wow!
Frank Ortiz wow!
Romza L i didn’t have to replace mine. It was ok. I was leaking oil from a different location so i was relieved.
Rear main seal?
Yep!
Wow! Finally a video that explains the exact problem I'm having. Any advice as to what steps to take to fix this particular problem?? Great video btw
This is a big job, ask several shops for prices. Doing this job I only use Honda parts and definitely install a new housing for the seal.
This is a big job, ask several shops for prices. Doing this job I only use Honda parts and definitely install a new housing for the seal.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair I have a small leak due to a rear seal that is failing. The mechanic has concerns, because he said sometimes the crankshaft has a groove from the seal (often on Hondas). Is there a way to ensure a good seal? I'm not very mechanical. I don't even know what a new housing is.
The cost of this is about $1650 at my mechanic, and part of me wants to walk away from it, but I also care if my car is leaking onto the ground. It seems like it will only get worse.
@@MyAnonymous2000 Good morning Cheryl, how often do you have to add oil? And how much?
If your leak is small, couple of spots on the ground and don't have to add oil between services, I would not worry to much about it for now. Depending on the mileage sometimes you can put a little heavier weight oil also.
The leak may stay like that for along time.
Waiting is not a bad thing.
Very nice video very informative
Thanks Leo!
Thanks Leo!
I have 2003 honda accord v6 3.0 300k wit that type of leak...what the average cost and is worth it to fix?
Hi Will79, I didn't do the repair on this one. The customer told me he had a price of $800.00 dollars to fix it.
With 300,000 miles I personally wouldn't fix it, would use that money to invest in another vehicle with less mileage.
You could have someone remove the inspection cover like in the video just to verify.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair thanks for the replied
One more question do you think is the timing belt why is oil leaking from the engine?
@@willpage79 The timing belt won't make an oil leak, the seals behind the timing belt can leak oil.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair thanks
How much was the repair?
I don't do those jobs , think he got an estimate for 1,200 to 1,500 dollars.
Thank you so very much ❤❤❤
@@gemstonesrainbows8402 Super Welcome!!!
2015 honda accord here....was told i had a oil leak..they claim they need to replace transmission AND engine to repair it...quoted me $7,968..seems veryy steep.
Run for your life!!! First of all, how much oil do you see on the ground after parking overnight?
Second, how often do you have to add engine oil?
Let me know that and I'll help guide you from there.
Thats a reason for too much oil .. over fill pressure blow out the seal
Like mau Friend good job.
I've had to replace that seal on both 6th Gen accords I've owned! Sucks! You have to pull the transmission to replace a $20 dollar part.
Yep, thats why i didn't involved in the last one.
seems like common sense, but people never cease to amaze lol how is a valve cove going to do that ?
Yep!
Thank you sir❤
Very welcome 💪
Amazing oil everywhere
Yep, one of the worst I've ever seen.
Miles?
Around 150,000 miles
How many time can a guy say the same thing in a video?
I don't know how many?
Thank you.
Your welcome Cubbie!
Whats the cost for repair?
Hi Ted, I didn't do the job. The customer mentioned it was around $1000.00 dollars.
@@JohnSadlersAutoRepair ok this Honda has 257000 plus miles runs great may get a price for repair did fix the leak behind oil filter
What was the seal called I have a 2001 Honda accord and its leaking a lot of oil.
It's called the rear main seal! I just replaced it on my 2000 accord v6, had to pull the transmission down, big job!
@@CASTANEDA83 how much did it cost you? I have the same problem
Mine did that and my gut told me main seal 😑
Where are you located?
John Sadler's Auto Repair, 609 Felicita Avenue, Spring Valley, CA. 91977. Close to downtown San Diego.
I’m in Florida
What do you charge to fix something like this?
@@stevedimovski06 he didn't have me do the repairs, it's about a 6 hour job.
Ok thank you for your time.
My wife car is a 2003 accord v6 mechanic said it was the main seal 1500.00 dollars to fix it!!!
Just use that leak dye
and this is what the cUsTomErRR is complaining about. *customer awkwardly standing behind you* lol
Good diagnostic thinking, could've omitted the raising of the car part or at least speed up the video during...
Ok, got it. I'm not that good with editing.