2000 Honda Accord valve seals

2000 HONDA ACCORD
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ADAMLOWER
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i replaced my spark plugs the other day and they were white and ashy. i looked at a haynes manual and it said that my valves seals may not be sealing. how hard would it be to replace them?
Aug 31, 2008 at 5:05 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi adamlower,

To replace the valve seals, there are 2 ways.
1. Remove cylinder head and do a valve lapping job with replacement of valve seals.
2. Remove camshaft and apply regulated pressure to cylinder while replacing the valve seals.

#2 is easier but you are not cleaning the valves.
Sep 1, 2008 at 3:00 AM
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