Changed plugs, found oil. Which seal is it?

MacR6 · 06-20-2014, 03:33 PM

I went to change my plugs today. I've been getting the infamous misfire feeling at cold starts. Now I'm getting pretty significant missing under heavy footed loads.

Bought plugs as a first step to narrowing the problem (hasn't thrown codes yet). Pulled #2 and #3 (if numbering 1 - 6 starting from front) and found oil on the outside of the plugs and on the threads. I'm guessing this is where I'm having issues.

I assume it must be a gasket between the manifold and head. Am I off? Has anyone else dealt with this? I'm trying to fix it on my own so any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

06-20-2014, 03:55 PM

Valve cover gasket.

MacR6 · 06-20-2014, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by FCobra94

Valve cover gasket.

Figured. I've done a VCG job on my old Honda and Ford explorer. Is this as straight forward as the usual VCG job?

found a DIY. Looks like I have some weekend work to do :|

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MacR6 Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 219 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	Changed plugs, found oil. Which seal is it? I went to change my plugs today. I've been getting the infamous misfire feeling at cold starts. Now I'm getting pretty significant missing under heavy footed loads. Bought plugs as a first step to narrowing the problem (hasn't thrown codes yet). Pulled #2 and #3 (if numbering 1 - 6 starting from front) and found oil on the outside of the plugs and on the threads. I'm guessing this is where I'm having issues. I assume it must be a gasket between the manifold and head. Am I off? Has anyone else dealt with this? I'm trying to fix it on my own so any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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