spark plugs

1992 HONDA ACCORD
4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PRABH
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why there is oil in spark plugs in honda accord
Dec 30, 2010 at 12:03 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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leaking valve cover.
Dec 30, 2010 at 1:05 PM
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DAVE'S BIG BACKYARD!
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the o ring seals between the valve cover and the spark plug channels.the valve cover gasket comes separate.
Dec 30, 2010 at 5:45 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Good to know.
Dec 30, 2010 at 7:08 PM
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HONDAMIKE
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You can get a complete head cover kit (gaskets and washers). Also, the oil will cause the plug wires to swell and they will need to be replaced.
Dec 30, 2010 at 8:31 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Under the cam carriers there are 4 O'rings that would result in oil getting into the plug tubes if the plug seals are good.
Jan 2, 2011 at 6:03 AM
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