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So I noticed some green drips under the car and my mechanic discovered there is a leak where the shaft that turns the fan goes into the engine. Any ideas? Picture below.

Thanks in advance!

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Your water pump packing either needs adjustment, or perhaps refreshing or replacement. Proper adjustment allows an occasional drip. Your pump looks pretty neglected, if the shaft is scored or damaged, a proper fix will probably require a replacement shaft, perhaps you should pull it for a closer inspection.

You can buy suitable packing cord at any good plumbing supply house.