Do you have detailed instructions for gasket replacement?

ALSCAMRY

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2008 ACURA RDX
2.3L
4 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
80,000 MILES

I am concerned about the intercooler removal and the electrical wiring over the valve cover.

Saturday, December 30th, 2023 AT 12:53 PM

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KEN L

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Good call, it does look like you will need to disconnect the engine wiring harness down at the front of the engine sensors. I would disconnect the negative side of the battery as well to avoid electrical problems. Here are the instructions which show what to do to change the valve cover gasket with torque specs as well. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.

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Saturday, December 30th, 2023 AT 1:07 PM

ALSCAMRY

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Thank you very much! I will review the diagrams and see if I can do it. My concern (as always) is reaching those electrical connectors way down in back of engine.

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Saturday, December 30th, 2023 AT 1:31 PM

KEN L

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Yep, they can be tough but take your time and just remove anything that gets in your way and you should be fine, upload images if you have a problem so I can help walk you through the repair.

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Sunday, December 31st, 2023 AT 1:38 PM