If I have an oil pan gasket leak is it more than likely is the gasket? Or could it be a variety of things?

Check that the bolts are tight. Make sure the oil filter is seated. Clean off the area to try to isolate the spot that is leaking. If the gasket seating surface is bent a little bit, you can add gasket sealer.If I have an oil pan gasket leak is it more than likely is the gasket? Or could it be a variety of things?
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Bolt Holes were Bulged Higher than flange--Place a Straight Edge Level or steel along on top of Holes ,if gap beneath straight edge take a Brass mallet and tap holes until there is no gap;Same on Eng Oil pan. Aluminum are the worst;A Costly Lesson;I give it free;If I have an oil pan gasket leak is it more than likely is the gasket? Or could it be a variety of things?
It could be the gasket. I would use a little bit of common sense and get the vehicle to a shop that will lift your car for free and check it out. It could be a variety of leaks, put some dye in the oil and drive it for a couple days and see.
oil pans can get bent crack or develop small holes from rust. also drain plug gaskets can cause leaks
Yes it is most likely the gasket that is leaking, but are you sure that it is not coming from the main bearing seal? It is located at the back of the oil pan where most main bearing seals leak. Whereas the pan gasket is flat the seal will have a hump on it. Be sure to check that out.
if this is a contemporary car were talking about (front wheel drive) i wouldnt be too concerned about the rear main seal leaking, but if this car is rear wheel drive i would check further to make sure its not the rear main seal which is located where the transmission mates to the engine.