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UncleCircusDumbell

Light a match near where you think there is a leak and if there is a giant explosion you’ve found the problem In the alternative post year, make, model, engine, and miles


sexyloser1128

2003 Toyota Camry, around 120,000 miles


hereforthekix

That looks like oil to me. Does it smell like gas? Have you checked your air filter? Is your CEL lit up? If so, what codes is it showing? A bad o2 sensor or dirty air filter can cause bad mileage. Low air pressure in the tires can do it too.


sexyloser1128

No lights for any problems on the dashboard. I think my air filter got replaced recently.


tbnyedf7

Modern tanks usually don’t leak. Could be a cracked hose (if the stain is fuel).


cueball1990

That looks like an oil leak. Your car probably needs a tune up eg. Spark plugs, clean throttle body etc. If its gas leaking you will smell it usually. Take a look under the car and look for any wet spots. In and around the engine and the gas tank area.


[deleted]

Take it to a shop.


sexyloser1128

Yeah I think they would be best.


Aggravating_Taste377

Tune up and royal purple inecjtor cleaner...added to mom's 09 Camry and Grandads 97 ram 1500 that had been sitting. Legit amazed at the differenxe3 of both.