Q: Oil leaking at bottom of car

asked by on December 21, 2016

Oil keeps in dripping at the bottom of my car. I checked the oil pan and saw some of it dripping around the edges. But not sure if that's it. I'm hoping it's that. Is there and suggestions or answers for me. Thanks

My car has 90000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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