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Tyne smith Posted on Mar 21, 2014
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I have replaced my gasket seals and air filter oil filter as well as my spark plugs and leads and PVC valve And now the the spark leads keep popping off how do we stop that from happening?

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Are you referring to the spark plug boots that go over the spark plug top? If so, you need to push these onto the spark plug until you feel a click...which means they should be properly connected...same feel on the other end of the spark plug wires...you should feel a click as they connect to the spark box individually. Hope this helps.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 12, 2009

SOURCE: valve cover gasket leaking

When you buy the valve cover set, it will include the spark plug well "O" rings. Simply remove the valve cover and on the underside of the valve cover, you'll see the "O" rings that need replaced and you'll see exactly how the valve cover gasket itself fits.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 24, 2009

SOURCE: how to remove valve cover gasket on a 1998 honda accord

try removing the bolts hold on the valve cover and once you do that take a razor blade and a little lube and careful scrape the old one off.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 28, 2009

SOURCE: 1999 Chrysler Sebring Coupe 2.5 oil in spark plug

It is possible the tubes are leaking at the bottom but highly unlikely. There is next to 0 oil pressure in that area so the tubes would actually drain if leaking. I would start with the tube seals and gaskets as you have already planned and check it again later down the road like at the next oil change interval. You're on the right track for the repair, just be patient with the intake plenum and you'll do fine.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 13, 2010

SOURCE: when I come to a

The throttle position sensor [TPS] keeps the engine running when you stop at a light.
it is located under the breather it has a plunger that pushes out against the throttle to keep engine running.

Testimonial: "Checked the sensor, found it to be dirty, cleaned it with carb cleaner. Truck runs alot better now. Thanks "

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 22, 2011

SOURCE: 1988 Lancer, 5 speed, 4G15 engine. Blow by hose

This problem is usually the result of worn rings but since you already did that, then check the passage that the PCV valve is connected to. It might be clogged, causing a restriction. If that isn't it, then drill a hole at least a quarter inch in size in the top of an old valve cover filler cap and install it. Drive the vehicle and see if things improve. If they do, then check to make sure that you have the correct PCV valve installed.

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