Nissan Repair: nissan primera si, oil pressure sending unit, nissan primera

Question
there is oil dripping from under my p11 primera (dont think its engine oil but not sure)the engine gear box conection looks a bit oily . can u help

Answer
John,

If your Primera is leaking I would first get it on a lift and inspect the under side.  A good cleaning and just a day of driving should show the source of the leak.  If you have over 100,000 miles on the vehicle it could be the valve cover gaskets or the rear main seal.  I have even seen the oil filter leak.  And, the most interesting leak was the oil pressure sending unit actually dripping oil out the end where the wires connect.  Lastly, check the drain plug for signs of leaking.  Now, if you say it is not engine oil then the next thing to look at is power steering hoses...