Yes there are sealers out there that can be used to seal or repair the gasket
First, determine the source of the leak, then replace or repair the hose, gasket, line, or damaged part responsible.
The oil filter gasket is a rubber ring that is usually bonded to the oil filter. If the oil filter has been removed and has no gasket, then it has become stuck to the engine block. Remove the gasket from the block before installing a new oil filter with it's own new gasket. Be sure to spread a little clean engine oil on the rubber gasket before installation to help seal and prevent sticking to the block. Do not overtighten the filter, turn the filter until the gasket contacts the block and then tighten 1/4 turn more. If the gasket leaks, tighten just enough to stop the leak.
The oil pump is located inside the oil pan. Are you saying you have an oil pan gasket leak? I have a 97 Tahoe with the 350 and I can drop the oil pan without having to lift the engine. I am not sure if you can or not. If you can you can install a new oil pan gasket yourself......it takes time and remember what you have to unbolt so you can bolt it back up when you are done.
I have a 98 Malibu and I know from experience that antifreeze can leak from the intake gasket. It cost me $400 to fix it. At first we thought it was tranny fluid because it was pink, not that! I have Dexcool in my car and that is what was leaking from the intake. Common problem for the 3800 II; GMs` later 3800s have ALUMINUM intakes; I guess they found the problem, yet they didn`t choose to fix the other cars.....bastards...
This may or may not be the solution for you, but check this out for starters. Some oil filter gaskets are not well bonded to the filter, and as a result, when you remove an old filter, sometimes the old gasket will stick to the engine. If you don't notice, and install a new filter while the old gasket is still stuck there, the new filter will not seal properly and you will have a serious leak. If this turns out to be the case for you, simply remove the old gasket, inspect, and reinstall the new filter with its own gasket. If the filter's gasket looks damaged, or deformed in any way, you're best off buying and installing a new filter. (My personal opinion and advice: don't waste your money on cheapie filters, they're not worth it. Stick with a brand name you trust)
By replacing the whole gasket.
You can fix oil that is getting mixed with antifreeze in a Ford Econoline 250 of the year '98 by replacing the head gasket in the vehicle. A blown head gasket will cause the antifreeze and oil to mix.
Check your head gasket. In addition, if your head gasket is bad or in need of replacing have your heads check for any cracks in them.
An oil leak on a 1995 Toyota 4Runner can often be repaired by replacing the damaged gasket or seal. Tightening the oil pan bolts can also fix some leaks.
Your cylinder head gasket needs replacing.
Replacing the oil pan gasket is a fairly simple process. The labor allotment for replacement is 3/4 hour plus parts. Removing the oil pan requires a full oil change by necessity as well.
what are the signs for replacing the oil gasket in a 1996 Chevy cavalier
Try tightening or replacing the oil filter it may be loose or the gasket may be defective
Only in the corners.
From experience I would say yes
depending on where the oil is leaking from. sump gasket? rocker cover gasket? hoses? castings?
The head gasket is gone and water or coolant has mixed with the engine oil. Replacing the head gasket is no big deal.