1999 Nissan Maxima Oil in spark plug wells

ALIX19

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1999 NISSAN MAXIMA
6 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
149,000 MILES

I found oil in a couple of the spark plug wells. I understand that this could mean the valve cover gasket or O-rings need replacement. Is this difficult for a do-it-yourselfer? Ballpark figure, how much would this run if I paid a professional do fix it?

Thanks.

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IMPALASS

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Hello -

To better assist you please tell me if your model is a GLE, GXE, or SE. Also your engine size in liter.

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Friday, February 20th, 2009 AT 4:54 PM

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Car model is a 1999 Nissan Maxima SE, 3.0L

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Saturday, February 21st, 2009 AT 11:04 AM

IMPALASS

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Hello -

Sorry so long to get back with you. . ...minor technical difficulties.

Okay. . ..I have attached a rough estimate for you on just the valve covers. . ..as you see about $200 depending on where you get it done at.

You can get the parts for about $52 at Auto Zone and do it yourself and even replace a few more items.

I think you could do it yourself. . ..if you have any mechanical ability and some tools. . .metric..

I would be more than happy to walk you through it or we could discuss it and that way you could see if you felt comfortable doing it yourself.

Just let me know.

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Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 AT 10:52 PM