Why Is My Oil Leaking?

What Is Oil & Why Is it Important?

Engine oil plays a crucial role in your vehicle's performance. It's responsible for lubricating all the moving parts within the engine. As a result, this helps reduce friction between these moving parts and allows them to operate effectively.

Another key role of oil is temperature regulation. It's responsible for keeping the engine cool by absorbing heat and transferring it away from the engine's components. This, coupled with its lubrication job, can help prevent overheating.

Finally, engine oil is responsible for keeping the engine clean. It does so by carrying debris and other harmful particles away from the engine that otherwise could lead to premature aging.

The bottom line: engine oil has a heavy-duty role that helps keep your vehicle on the road with potentially fewer interruptions.

Why Is My Car Leaking Oil?

If you find yourself in a situation where you notice an oil leak, there could be one of several explanations as to why this is happening. Some of the most common causes include:

•  Worn gaskets or seals: Over time, the gaskets and the seals that hold the oil in place can wear down or become damaged, causing oil to leak out. This is especially common in older vehicles or those with high mileage.
• Oil pan damage: The oil pan is located underneath the engine and can be damaged by road debris or other impacts. If the pan is damaged, oil can leak out and pool on the ground.
• Loose or missing drain plug: During a routine oil change, the drain plug is removed to let the old oil out. If the plug is not tightened correctly or is missing altogether, oil can leak out of the bottom of the engine.
• Overfilling: Adding too much oil to the engine can cause the excess to leak out of the seals or gaskets. This is particularly common in DIY oil changes. Always check your owner's manual to see how much oil your car's engine requires.

If you notice that your vehicle is leaking oil, it's important to have it checked out as soon as possible by visiting our on-site service center. If left untreated, oil leaks can lead to engine damage or even failure.

About Our Service Center

At the first sign of an oil leak, you'll want to contact the team in our service center. Staffed by a team of technicians who are well-trained in diagnosing oil leaks, we can get you back to cruising around the town in less time than imagined. After all, we understand how important it is to keep your vehicle running smoothly.

Our service center is equipped with advanced equipment that can help expedite the diagnostic and repair processes. Since our goal is to provide you with the highest level of service, you'll love that we use genuine original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts when a repair is needed.

These OEM parts are made with the same high-quality materials trusted and used by Lincoln when your vehicle was first built. As a result, you can feel confident that these parts will both fit your model perfectly and are more likely to last longer than aftermarket parts.

Are you ready to schedule an oil leak appointment? Be sure to use our online request form to reserve an appointment at a time that's most convenient for you.