Small oil leak when engine running
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Small oil leak when engine running
When the engine is running, I have a small oil leak. Trying to pinpoint source without tearing everything apart. This is from the left side, directly behind the water pump. Vey minor leak, but still something I need to fix. Small brown streak running from top to bottom.
Leak runs from top to bottom
Leak runs from top to bottom
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Thanks again.
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What should I look at next? 1999 Polaris Magnum 500
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I'll take off the clutches and backing plate if needed, but of course that's not a minor project.
To rule out the breather line - what can I do? The hose looks like it's in good shape, it took a good tug to get off. And the spring was tight and seemed to be in place. Should I just replace that piece of hose and spring lock? Parts #12 and #13 on the air box diagram? And/or #42 and 43 on the Engine Mounting diagram.
http://pi54.com/corp/manuals/parts/9914925r01.pdf
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Take the backing plate off first.All you may have to do is cut a little off each hose end and refit the clamps if the hose isn't damaged elsewhere.I've done that several times. Hoses get worn and crack at the fittings mainly and leak. Plenty enough hose to cut some off each end. Don't over look the metal delivery lines and washers. Had plenty of leaks coming from this area also over the years.