Car Question (is this a major problem?)

[DPK]

I have a 1990 Camry Wagon with 120,000 miles. I had an oil leak diagnosis before I get some repairs done and the following is leaking:

Valve Cover Gaskets
Cam Plug
Power Steering Fluid

Is this an indication of something major or should I go ahead and get this taken care of?

 

[Demon-Xanth]

Doesn't sound like anything that would be critical. The power steering being the most concerning.

 

[OrganizedChaos]

i wouldn't worry about the valve cover gaskets, sooner or later everyones leeks. cam plug i would ignore if it isn't bad. power steering fluid, that depends on where it is, if its something simple like a hose go for it, if its the box then you should take care of it because the pump will be hurtin if all the fluid pisses out. if your power steering pump is leaking its not to big a deal as long as you can keep enough fluid to keep it from grenading or locking up (is it making noises yet?). leaks come with having an older car, keep your fluids topped off and it will last you until your next vehicle

 

[DPK]

The pump is leaking at the resolve, whatever that means? It is making noise when I turn the steering wheel, especially when I first start the car.

 

[Demon-Xanth]

You mean resivour?

 

[Eli]

Originally posted by: DPK
The pump is leaking at the resolve, whatever that means? It is making noise when I turn the steering wheel, especially when I first start the car.

You mean... reservior?

Check the fluid level. If it is a fast leak, I'd suggest getting it fixed, or you will burn up the power steering pump.

The oil leaks are no big deal unless they are severe.

 

[iamwiz82]

Originally posted by: Demon-Xanth
You mean resivour?

You mean reservoir? 😛

 

[Eli]

LMAO.. we have 3 different spellings in here..

/dictionary.com

DOH! I was close. 😉

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