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Originally Posted by Adriel
Thank you so very much for the reply! 
The leak really got bad before Christmas Break and have gone through at least two gallons. I thought it was most likely the rear main seal as leaks a few drops, until a couple weeks ago, so figured nothing I could do. The mechanic just said keep the oil topped up and nothing about it being an issue.
So he has a right to threaten my property?! Wow!  Good to know, as will be more careful what I keep in the Mercedes, so when it gets towed I will have less items at risk. I didn't realize the authorities could do that. I thought the Fifth Amendment gave us protection and compensation. 
I found a lot of oil on top and behind the engine and the gasket was wet. But, last weekend had a prior commitment. I canceled some things to get on it. 
I was taught in auto shop to be real careful about pressure washers and with the cost of going to a car wash, don't. Just spray on degreaser on and let it soak. Been since the Summer, so at least needs the engine again.
So replacing the gasket on clean and free of old sealant, and new sealant, will not stop the leak? I was concerned about putting sealant on the head side for fear it glue the valve cover to the engine, right? |
... it's not that authorities have the right to destroy your stuff, it's that THEIR property is being damaged by your leak, and likely you have signed a lease of sorts that outlines their tow away abilities...
if it's a leak that could break down their parking lot, they have to pay to fix that... if someone slips in your oil, they could be sued... if the spot gets rained on, the runoff could contaminate their area, and they could be fined by the city...
or the guy could be a jerk that is pissed you have a benz and he doesn't...