Oil in 2 plugs

2009 BMW 328
100,000 MILES • 6 CYL
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SEGAL1
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Went to change the plugs service engine light was on number 3 and 4 plugs had oil on them around plug outside could not tell if was inside cylinder when I took the plug out was covered
Apr 3, 2016 at 9:33 AM
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Yes, this is typical of the valve cover gasket leaking, in some models they use a kind of sealer that will leak and fill the plug wells with engine oil. Remove the valve cover and replace the gasket, here is an article that will help let you know what you are in for, even though its not on the same vehicle you can get an idea.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-valve-cover-gasket

Please let me know what you find

Apr 10, 2016 at 1:56 PM
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