Mitsubishi Repair: oil leak, oil filter housing, mitsubishi mirage


Question
I have an oil leak coming from what I believe is the oil relief valve of '99 Mitsubishi Mirage.  I can not find a diagram to show me if there is a plug or gasket that should be replaced.

Answer
Mary,
the oil relief valve is normally part of the oil filter housing.  So it is possible your filter housing is damaged.  You can have your mechanic run a florescent dye through your crank case and pin point where the leak is originating from.  Since the filter housing is low in the system, it's possible the leak is coming from a component above it and leaking down.  But your mechanic should be able to tell for sure.
Good luck!