2003 - 2007 Honda Accord - Oil Leak Fix - Replacing the VTEC Solenoid Gasket / Filter Screen - Easy!

[@robertsampson8278]

Great video, thanks for putting the parts links in the description. The camera angles provide a great view of what to look for, thank you!

[@rajandseema123]

Fellas , after talking to a number of Honda Mechanics, if your car has over 100k miles just change the valve completely. The valve historically leaks... Its a hit or miss with the gasket..

[@jere2464]

Thanks for this advice. It makes sense.

[@Qarabyah5k]

Wat valve??

[@rajandseema123]

@@Qarabyah5k the Vtech solenoid in the back of the engine.

[@Qarabyah5k]

@@rajandseema123 Thank u!!

[@boomerguy9935]

Hose pliers to release the electrical connector clips! Why didn't I think of that about 10 years ago? I have the hose pliers and I could have used this tip so many times! Also regarding Honda OEM parts vs. aftermarket is a very important tip. I've found out the hard way that the extra money for Honda OEM is definitely well spent!

[@JakeNaughtFromStateFarm]

I changed the screen on the front behind the tensioner assembly with a Dorman. It seemed to fit fine with no issues. I do agree that OEM is always going to better.

[@pedrobruno5578]

Terrific job! Thanks!

[@ohyesm8xxeddy555]

Thank you so much i just got a problem with the solenoid itself and i found you so thank you

[@toddhanson4418]

Hello, I have been battling with this for a couple months now. Initially, I bought a Carquest valve, that included the gasket, thinking this was better than using the old valve. It was over $100. I have since bought Honda gaskets, and tried all sorts of combinations of old valve, new gasket, new valve, old gasket, Hondabond in cold weather, cured three days, Hondabond this last weekend, warmer weather, curing for two days, multiple times without Hondabond. I bought a torque wrench, but it only goes down to 29 foot pounds, so I have been doing that torque and holding it way up near the socket, with the idea of reducing torque. The first time with the torque wrench actually resulted in a dry seal for 5 days, but then it started leaking. I found that the gasket had been damaged and apparently caused the leak. I am baffled as to why I am having so much trouble with this. Any ideas?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Sorry to hear about the trouble you're having. I had a few issues with this in the past attempts as well, but this time it seems to be working great and so far no leaks. I would recommend going with the original honda valve and a new honda o-ring. I would also make sure that both mating surfaces are super clean with brake cleaner or something like that. I also installed it without putting oil on it. I know some recommend oil and others say not to...but this finally seemed to work for me. Also it doesn't take much when tightening these. It's possible that you might have made it too tight which may be why the gasket was damaged? Not saying that for sure...but if you just try threading the bolts in by hand and make sure that the valve is nice and straight and that the o-ring has even pressure from each of the bolts ... and isn't over-tightened it should work for you. Best of luck to you, -Dan the Fix it man

[@toddhanson4418]

@@DantheFixitMan Thank you for the response. The original valve works fine, just looks old, so I think I will stick with that and use a new gasket. I believe the other time I tried that, I WAAAAYYY over-tightened (pre -torque wrench). I have two new Honda gaskets that are not damaged, to try. I have been carefully connecting the bolts, evenly, more recently, and did that when I had the brief success. This is on a 2002 RSX base, but it looks like the same engine as the accord here. I am thinking perhaps finger tight with just a slight socket tighten after that. I have been making a point to clean with brake cleaner more recently as well. Much appreciated! p.s. The Hondabond has not seemed to have cured, and perhaps that is fortunate, as it has easily come off the valve and the engine block, so no residue to deal with.

[@toddhanson4418]

I found a torque wrench that goes down to 11 foot-pounds that I could borrow from work. I have tried the new Honda gasket and the old Honda valve, torqued to 11. Still leaked. Also tried the new gasket and the new Carquest valve (cleaned off the Hondabond). In this instance, I used Carb and Parts cleaner, as I have now used up all the brake cleaner. Still leaking. I have tightened the bottom bolt a bit more, so maybe 15 foot-pounds. I am anticipating that it will leak again tomorrow. Any advice at this point?

[@toddhanson4418]

I think I am going to buy a new honda valve, give that one try, and if I fail again, take it to small town repair place we have used for decades.

[@DantheFixitMan]

@@toddhanson4418 that sounds like a good plan. So sorry you're still having trouble with this. It's tricky, but I think if you get those mating surfaces really clean and slowly tighten the bolts without binding the gasket or anything like that, it should work. I really hope you get it figured out. Thanks for keeping us all posted. Take care, -Dan

[@quiihadqd6140]

Thanks, very helpful.

[@reyong4217]

Is the V6 VTEC solenoid in the same loca?

[@hanginon1293]

I have a Doorman gasket on mine now. Its the only one i bought that would not leak

[@maisyray]

Great Information, Thank you

[@ajayarora7039]

Great video much appreciated

[@n3onblue500]

Is it still fine to drive while i wait for the part to ship?

[@tedhicks5431]

Is there one on 3.0 v6 and where is it

[@HectorRodriguez-sd3rl]

This works for a 2008 2.4 don’t know if Honda change de gasket

[@eddiesandoval3560]

I replaced that gasket but it’s still leaking oil, would it be the whole thing I need to replace?

[@LyricsSingMoreRazo]

Did u also replace the oil pressure switch gasket

[@shaneeem6114]

@@LyricsSingMoreRazodo you have a part number by chance ?

[@frankbarker1568]

There's actually 2 gaskets and one O ring that needs to be replaced.

[@jrrojas9050]

mine still have a small leak after changing this twice,,,

[@passmethesaltplease9350]

Did u check if it was the o ring on the solenoid?

[@jrrojas9050]

@@passmethesaltplease9350 . i have replaced this o ring on my last attempt and apparently the leak is gone... thanks

[@jeffandrews9784]

have the same problem..

[@chelseywashington6158]

Can anyone tell me where to get the bolts for this part? The 3 bolts?

[@xxcodeman]

Can’t call an oriellys or autozone?

[@leonardodavinci303]

excellent

[@sm51259]

Would’ve started leaking again immediately because o-rings for sensors weren’t changed. Appears not even Honda mechanics understand this which is pretty frustrating

[@assfuck4433]

If you know so much why are you watching? Dickweed

[@joseavila4105]

Great video

[@ghostrecon755]

Is it safe to say that I could refer to this video to replace my VVT altogether in an 07 Honda Accord?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Yes, absolutely. I showed removing and replacing it, so you should be able to follow along easily. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@ghostrecon755]

@@DantheFixitManNice! You're welcome man! This video really helps me out! Big thanks!! 👍

[@YouTubeCertified]

Did you run oil on the valve’s gasket?

[@DantheFixitMan]

No, I didn’t put any engine oil on it this time, but I have done it that way before. (It seemed to work ok, but didn’t last very long) I have also tried hondabond (as suggested on one forum) in the channel on the solenoid valve before putting in a replacement gasket. I don’t think I waited long enough for it to cure because that didn’t work out so well for me. Pieces of he Honda bond material peeled off and went into the vtec solenoid. I was able to salvage it and clean it up, but I am not doing that again. This time, the reason I didn’t apply any oil to the gasket is that I am thinking since this gasket is just getting pressed against the head… it’s not spinning on like an oil filter o-ring meaning it has less chance of binding or getting pinched while installing…and I also couldn’t find anywhere in the honda service manual mentioning anything about putting oil on this vtec gasket, but on certain o-rings they do mention doing that. I have also read several posts on the Honda and Acura forums, and some say to put on a light coat of new engine oil on this gasket and some say not to. So far it’s not leaking, but I will update the description if that changes. I will leave it up to you to decide whether or not you want to put any oil on it when you do it. Just FYI This was posted on the Eric the Car Guy’s forum: “For most face to face gaskets, there is no radial spinning or excessive friction before the gasket is seated, so I don’t see any reason to coat those with oil.” “I replaced a vtec solenoid gasket this summer and upon someone’s suggestion I coated the gasket a bit with oil. It then leaked worse than original gasket. So I took it apart and made sure everything was as dry as I could get it. No more leak (knock on wood) But I know some recommend oil so it left me confused” I don’t know if that’s helpful, but that’s why I didn’t coat it with oil this time. Sorry for the long answer, but thank you for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@YouTubeCertified]

@@DantheFixitMan thanks very much.

[@alexsantana4247]

Same issue I replaced it with non Honda gasket and still leaks a bit ordered a new Honda one will be doing that this weekend might put a bit of Honda bond not too sure though

[@jrrojas9050]

@@alexsantana4247 did the Honda work ok with no leaks?

[@alexsantana4247]

Yes used oem and didn’t over tighten it. No leaks after I got a new solenoid from rock auto ntk.

[@spencedelic]

Anyone know the cost of the solenoid part

[@ChrisKuwait]

Amazon has it for $160. 15810-RAA-A03

[@alarm7005]

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