Oil Leak Detection – Use of UV Dye to Pinpoint Leaks
June 20, 2009 Consumer, DIY 3 Comments
UV dye can help in detecting oil leak sources.
It can be very difficult to pinpoint and detect the cause of leaks when the engine is covered with oil. Sometimes it’s best to clean the motor to help determine where the oil is coming from. By adding UV (Ultra Violet) Dye, the leak can be traced much easier back to the source. To begin with, it’s best to determine what type fluid is leaking, there are several things that could be leaking on an automobile.