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1995 Honda Accord v-tec selnoid O ring leak

Tiny
MANNY3700
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  • 1995 HONDA ACCORD
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 155,000 MILES
Selnoid still leaks even after I put a new O ring on the selnoid side of the engine. I replaced the O ring on the Distributor. That is not where it is leaking. It is leaking on the selnoid side of the engine block. I am taking it out again and see what else I can do to stop the leak. You think maybe there is a hair line crack where the bottom bolt goes on? Is the selnoid side of the engine is it high pressured or not? Please reply. Thank you. Manny
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Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 AT 5:15 PM

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Tiny
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Hi Manny,

The pressure there is quite high and when installing, it should be done evenly. There is another seal between the top and bottom part of the solenoid.
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Sunday, November 16th, 2008 AT 1:04 PM
Tiny
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I replaced both O rings on the selnoid but it still leaks. There is just not enough surface to hold the pressure of the oil in or not enough torque on the bolts I guess. There is probably not specs on how much pressure to bolt it down is there? Thanks Manny
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Sunday, November 16th, 2008 AT 2:27 PM
Tiny
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Hi Manny,

The tightening torque for the solenoid bolts are 12 nM ( 106 inch/lbs)

Oil pressure is 50 psi at 3000 rpm and minimum of 10 psi at idle.

I woud suggest checking for warpage on the solenoid seal face.
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Monday, November 17th, 2008 AT 8:36 AM

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