Remove oil

1996 HONDA ACCORD
133,187 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
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Okay, I went to change my spark plugs and on number one I see there's oil in the well. from my understanding I need to get a new valve cover gasket. what's the easiest way to remove the oil and are there a certain type of o-rings I need to replace the old ones? Thanks in advance for all your amazing help.
Jul 28, 2019 at 4:27 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

When you get the new valve cover gasket, ask for the one with the o-rings.

When you have the valve cover off, remove the spark plugs and you can use a shop rag to remove the oil from the tube. Some oil will go into the engine but it will burn off in a short time.

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

Roy
Jul 28, 2019 at 8:02 PM
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CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
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Thank you very much. I'm still having a difficult time getting the spark plugs out. any suggestions?
Jul 30, 2019 at 1:55 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You need a socket with a ratchet with a long handle to break them loose. Once you get them free, use a magnet to lift them out.

Roy
Jul 30, 2019 at 2:32 AM
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CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
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Can I use my breaker to get it loose or is that too much?
Jul 30, 2019 at 3:28 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Sure, just be careful.


Roy
Jul 30, 2019 at 3:37 AM
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CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
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Okay, I'll keep you posted. Thank you so much.
Jul 30, 2019 at 4:40 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

always glad to help.

Roy
Jul 30, 2019 at 5:41 AM
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