Major oil leak classic impreza HELP

[Wattsym12]

Seem to have a major oil leak coming from the bottom of the cambelt cover more so oil filter end but seems to be the whole length of the cover engine runs and sounds fine except for excessive oil leak any replies much appreciated also seems to be coming out of the exhaust flange under the engine not coming out of tailpipe or smoking out of tailpipe

Edited by Wattsym12 on Sunday 11th May 12:54

[johnnyr6]

Could be oil pump or front crankshaft oil seal. Both are at the front behind the crankshaft pulley. Other, cheaper and easier possibilities could be the sump or cam cover seals and its running down the cam covers.

Best thing to do is clean it thoroughly underneath and watch for a leak. If your doing the work yourself i would remove the cambelt covers to get a better look.

Johnny.

Edited by johnnyr6 on Friday 16th May 04:29

[Crazysteve]

When was the last time the pcv valve cleaned or replaced?
Have a look at the sump for rust.