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Would valve cover leak cause the car to stall?
I would not expect a valve cover leak to cause a car to stall. A valve cover leak can fill the spark plug area with oil which can cause rough running.
In a 1998 Nissan Altima what would cause oil to leak into spark plug tubes?
the valve cover gasket is bad, or the valve cover is loose
What would cause oil on spark plug?
the valve cover gaskets are leaking. the valve cover gasket kits are cheep labor is expensive, 5 hour job!
Can a leaking valve cover gasket cause a misfire?
Yes, if it leaks oil through and on to the spark plugs, it will foul them and cause a missfire.
What should you do with a 2.5 engine 6 cylinders misfire to a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus?
Most common cause for a misfire on the 2.5L is oil in the spark plug holes do to leaking valve cover plug tube seals. You would need to replace plugs, wires, and valve cover gaskets in that situation.Most common cause for a misfire on the 2.5L is oil in the spark plug holes do to leaking valve cover plug tube seals. You would need to replace plugs, wires, and valve cover gaskets in that situation.
What can happen if a spark plug boot in not flush to the valve cover on a 1995 Chrysler cirrus v6?
Water can get in and cause a misfire.Water can get in and cause a misfire.
What would cause motor oil to get into spark plugs of a 93 Honda Accord?
Oil on the outside of the spark plugs is caused by a leaking valve cover gasket. Replace the valve cover gasket. Oil on the electrode of the spark plugs indicates the engine is worn and is burning oil. The only fix for this is an engine rebuild.
Why would there be oil on the outside and on the electrodes of the spark plugs to a 1995 Honda passport?
Leaking valve cover gasket.Leaking valve cover gasket.
Where are the spark plugs on a 2001 Dodge Neon?
The spark plugs are located underneath the four black rubber plugs visible on the top of the engine valve cover. When you open the hood, there will be a black plastic box with four short black rubber wires mounted to the top of the valve cover above the bar that says '2.0 liter 16 valve'. Pull off the 4 plugs and the spark plugs will be accessable at the bottom of the tubes that are exposed.
What is wrong with your engine if it smokes out of the spark plugs?
It cannot smoke out of the spark plug. It can however be leaking oil around the spark plug area thus causing it to smoke. The problem is the valve cover is leaking. Try tightening the valve cover bolts slightly. If that does not stop the leak, replace the valve cover gasket.
What are spark plug tube seals?
Spark plug tube seals are seals in the valve cover and prevent oil from leaking into the spark plug tubes. Some are of the o-ring type others are pressed in. They are located on the inside of the valve cover and require removal of the valve cover. When buying a new valve cover gasket they are sometimes supplied. So be sure if they are needed to get a gasket set with them included.
How do you change spark plugs on 2003 olds alero 2.2?
Looking at the top of the valve cover there is a cover in the center. The spark plugs are right below that cover.
