Oil everywhere after dealer changed the oil

2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE
190,000 MILES
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KKITCH4
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I’ve had my car for four to five years about a month a go was the first time I took my car to this specific dealership for an oil change. After that I started to have an oil leak and smoke and a terrible burning smell. When we opened the hood it was everywhere. On the hood drilling down pretty much every where. We had some one change a gasket, we changed the oil filler cap and nothing. Also, called the dealership and they asked if I took pictures the first time it happened which I did not.
Dec 25, 2018 at 3:21 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

Either they left the oil fill cap off or the canister that holds the oil filter was left loose or the o-ring was damaged, forgotten, they used two o-rings, or the wrong filter not allowing the filter housing to fully seat.

I'm not sure if that is what you are asking, but I hope it helps. If I misunderstood your question, let me know.

Take care,
Joe
Dec 25, 2018 at 7:49 PM
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BRIAN HOEG
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Passenger side leak above the pan but only leaks when it runs 2014 Cruze Eco.
Mar 3, 2021 at 2:24 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi Brian,

I'm happy to help, but I need a bit more info. I assume you have an oil leak. I need to know which engine you have in the vehicle. It could be a 1.4L turbo, a 1.8L, and even a 2.0L diesel.

Let me know that. Also, let me know if this is something that started after work was done or if it just started.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe
Mar 3, 2021 at 4:44 PM