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Can a valve cover gasket oil leak cause starter to burn out if it leaks on the starter?
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∙ 13y ago
Possible but unlikely. Starters are designed to be liquid tight and work no matter the weather. As such, I wouldn't think oil would penetrate the case any more than rain or other road chemicals thrown up onto the starter. With that said, the oil leak is costing you money in wasted oil and when mixed with road dirt over a period of time can act as a blanket and cause engine to run warmer than normal. Should the oil find it's way onto the hot exhaust a nasty burnt oil smell in the car is likely.
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