4.2 FSI - Oil Leak at rear of engine

[flat12]

I have an oil leak at the right-rear area of the engine, that drips onto the exhaust - so I get smoke and stink. I've tried to find the source of the leak but space is so tight it's hard to be sure. I've also borrowed a scope from a friend to try and get a better look - but the attached pics are the best I can do. This would appear to be the cam chain cover leaking - hopefully someone can confirm this. Unfortunately it looks like I will have to remove a lot of items from the top-rear of the motor before I can even think of trying to fix this leak. Opinions are welcome..


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[87supraman]

Any oil making its way down the front of the engine? I had a oil leak coming from the PCV on the drivers side rear of the engine.

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[flat12]

Hello 87SUPRAMAN....I have not seen any oil at the front of the engine other than the oil pan...leaks a drop or two...nothing higher up than that. Looking down into the intake manifold area, I do see oil "film" under the intake....no puddle or anything like that...just accumulated dirt with oil mixed in.