The oil leak above the chain on a 1976 Kawasaki KZ400 is often caused by a few common issues, such as a worn or damaged gasket, a faulty oil seal, or excessive oil pressure. Additionally, improper maintenance or overfilling the oil can lead to leaks in that area. It's important to inspect the components around the chain, including the oil lines and engine cases, to identify the exact source of the leak. Regular maintenance can help prevent these issues from arising.
An oil leak at the timing chain means that the seals are defective and must be replaced.
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i have a 1991 Honda civic dx 3 door hatchback auto trans. that has an oil leak somewhere around the timing chain area ive changed oil pan and valvecover gaskets ithought at first it was these still got oil leak
You can use gear oil. Transmission oil can be to thin, and leak out of the gaskets, Ive had this happen a coupple times. I use Amsoil synthetic chain case oil.
Both the 3.1 and 3.4 engines in these vehicles have intake manifold gasket leaking problems. Sometimes the leak allows coolant to flow into the engine. But if it's leaking up front, oil leaks out and drips down the front timing chain cover. At first glance it appears like it's an oil pan leak. But if you spray it down with cleaner and check again, you'll see that the oil is coming from above.
It might happen because of a faulty starter gasket. :)
Find the biggest oil leak with a wire leading out of it just above the oil filter
Hi, the oil pressure switch is located just above the starter, if it breaks out comes the oil ! Dave
Cover suspected area with talcum powder or similar substance to try to determine where leak originates Valve cover? Engine Seal? Timing chain cover? Oil filter? Oil sending unit?
the answer is yes. since the tensioner is hydraulic and require oil supplied from the oil pump to add pressure to the sleeve/guide.