Oil leak stage 2 valve?

2024 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
50,000 MILES • 3.6L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TOWARD27
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Mechanic said there is a stage 2 valve leak. No codes come up.

How concerning is that? Someone told me I can just ignore it unless it becomes more serious.

There are no drips anywhere that I can find around the car or on the undercarriage. But I'm not sure exactly where the problem is: which valve (or valves).
Mar 10, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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CANNON1349
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Hello,
Given the age of the vehicle this may not become much of a concern until the oil reaches the exhaust manifold and burns off, allowing you to smell the consequence of the oil leak. The valve covers are on both sides of the engine at the very top, so it can take some time for the oil to seep down and drip, but in most cases the oil will burn off midway.

William
Mar 10, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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I agree with CANNON1349, can I ask what you took the car in for? what problem did you notice to have someone look at it?
Mar 11, 2026 at 8:22 AM
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