Since last summer, over the course of 2 engine oil changes, I've noticed there was what appeared to be a case of oil consumption. Over the span of 5000 miles between oil changes, the dipstick would be down to the Low marker both times. The oil is always topped off close to High. This is about 2 quarts.
I thought it was most likely oil consumption since there were no signs of oil stains in the driveway. The dealership did a compression test and said the engine is "running fine." I know that's not thorough enough of a test, but whatever. Tonight I decided to put the car up on ramps and take off the engine undercover panel. At first I saw the oil pan and the surrounding area covered in engine oil grime. There was even a wet spot of oil on the undercover panel. I wiped the oil pan down.
At first I thought my problem wasn't oil consumption anymore and was just a simple issue of an oil leak from the pan, but upon looking further up the engine bay I found more leaking oil. A couple of the photos distinctly shows 2 oil droplets hovering off some engine part I'm unsure of what it is. Also to note is that the black harness in photos #2, #3, and #4 is soiled in engine oil grime, as well, so the leak is definitely coming from above it. If anyone can help me diagnose where the leak is coming from, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
