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Old Jul 18, 2019 | 10:41 PM
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Oil leaking under filter

Oil leaks from under filter I'm guessing it's called the oil filter housing not sure if there is a gasket or something
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Old Jul 19, 2019 | 01:38 AM
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Oil filter pedestal o-ring leaking. Should be able to order a replacement from your favorite parts source for ~$10 I believe.
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Old Jul 19, 2019 | 05:40 AM
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The oil filter pedestal's o-ring's have likely dried up and are hard and brittle. This will cause oil to seep form between the rear iron and the pedestal. The o-rings are easily replaced after removing the pedestal and can be had from Mazda pretty quickly.
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Old Jul 19, 2019 | 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by mazdaverx713b
The oil filter pedestal's o-ring's have likely dried up and are hard and brittle. This will cause oil to seep form between the rear iron and the pedestal. The o-rings are easily replaced after removing the pedestal and can be had from Mazda pretty quickly.

Could I order the o rings online or I have to go to mazda
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