1996 Toyota Avalon Engine cover

1996 TOYOTA AVALON
145,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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M.TAKAKI
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I am trying to replace the spark plugs on my V 6 lThe engine cover has two fastners on top. I tried a #5 metric allen wrench on it but it does not seem to fit right. Any suggestions?
May 18, 2008 at 7:55 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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I think you need a torx bit (star bit) on that cover
May 18, 2008 at 8:20 AM
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PCMENTOR29
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What I used for the top plastic cover bolts was to hammer a flat screwdrver bit that just fit and then was able to remove the cover. Also I didn't try a metric hex bit which may have also worked. I now just leave them loose. They can't rattle out the way they are attached.
Dec 9, 2012 at 7:19 AM
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