I had a load of work done on our 2.5 cdx when we brought it in december, including plugs rocker gaskets breathers cleaned, then it also had to have the leads and coilpack to cure its missfire problems, the engine oil was also flushed and replaced incl the oil filter. on collection i was told that the mechanic had spilled a small amount of oil whilst refilling the engine and it might smell for a day or 2.
We are still experiencing the oil smell and the car doesnt seem to be leaking oil but is dropping from somewhere a simliar looking substance to the build up that you sometimes get under the oil cap and is making a right bloody mess on my driveway to boot, does anyone on here have any idea whats gone wrong and a possible cure, the car isnt using a signifigant amount of oil or water and i'm a bit confused

think its more towards the rear of the engine bay, but nothings visible from the top

Thanks will probably throw it back at the garage first and then take it from there, but many thanks for the offer

it may not be mayo when it leaves the car, due to cold weather the oil on driveways can turn to mayo, i see a LOT in my job. Put something under the car and see what it catches overnight

Might be worth degreasing the block and top of the sump.

Any water, from scuttle or coolant will turn to Mayo if it's running over an oil sodden block then onto the floor.

Try am aerosol of "gunk" and a hosing down after. Avoid any electrical components obviously.