1996 Nissan Altima question

Tiny
VSB1973
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  • 1996 NISSAN ALTIMA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 175,000 MILES
When I took the covers off from where the spark plugs are, OIL came out. Did I blow a seal or a gasket of some sort?
Thursday, February 5th, 2009 AT 6:09 PM

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Tiny
ZACKMAN
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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_96altimavlvcover_1.jpg



You blew the spark plug tube seal. Just get yourself another valve cover gasket set VS50517R. Install it dry, no RTV sealant.
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Friday, February 6th, 2009 AT 12:39 AM

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