Fixing All the Oil Leaks / K24 Honda Accord / Vtec Solenoid Valve Cover & Powersteering

[@alberthporcayomora3093]

U literally just taught me how to fix all the issues with my Honda

[@xkraeze]

Okay you made getting the vtech seniod off loom like a piece of cake. That sob took me an hour

[@izzy316]

Same here! Lol

[@farhadkhorasanee8039]

I still haven't removed mine. I tried and that FN bolt head won't grip ..

[@johnnysimes5082]

The VVT solenoids are known to form cracks in the casting. I just pulled one with three cracks in the top and two in bottom. Very faint and hard to see, but would leak a quart of oil about every 50 miles. Just replace the whole VVT solenoid, not the just the gasket. No leaks for me any more. The guy at the parts store said this is common and he's seen internal cracks which send metal chunks in to the engine. I knew the VVT was leaking from getting under the idling car and seeing oil drips from the VVT location.

[@raymondharo9974]

My 2003 Honda Accord 2.4l consumes motor oil pretty quick it has a slight leak that might be coming from the head gasket idk

[@EduardoDiaz-v9d]

These K24s leak from 4 areas the power steering being a culprit, the VVT solenoid o rings leak which hangs on the side of the next culprit which is the VTEC solenoid, the last and most common culprit is the valve gaskets as they leak into the exhaust gaskets and make it look putrid. I'm in a 04 accord lX auto 344,119miles as I write this, 14k miles on a low mileage transmission replacement (07 accord 123k original mileage) but Im losing a lot of oil. I will be replacing all those gaskets and parts see if it helps. Posted Sept 30 2023

[@WaynesNerdyWorld]

bought a 2003 honda accord a few weeks ago. The own said there were no oil leaks. The vtec solenoid threw a code. So i orded a new one. and went to replace it. And wouldn't you know it was leaking oil. along with the oil filter. probably going to replace the gasket on the valve cover soon just to be safe. car has 225000 miles on it. So im actually kinda impressed I didn't find more. But it was pretty well maintained. it was a one owner car.

[@mavismonrose7902]

Wow this is the real deal. I am taking my car tomorrow to my mechanic and show him this video

[@lindaeasley5606]

I took my 2010 Accord with 139k miles on it to a trusted foreign auto repair shop yesterday for a bad oil leak. I was thinking it would be a bad oil pan or gasket but he told me it was a solenoid today 😬 I'm glad because a pan or gasket replacement would cost more. He told me $139 for part and over $100 for labor

[@gerapic25ify]

what Parts?

[@lindaeasley5606]

@@gerapic25ify Solenoid . The old one was cracked

[@dilithyuimwizard9923]

literally was only planning on doing my valve cover gasket and vvt solenoid. but i put power steering fluid in at least once a month. 03 accord as well. so might as well. gunna have to move that hose out my way anyways. great video.

[@Jordan__Sloan]

Going on 210,000 on mine, came here to figure out where my oil leak is coming

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Leaks here also kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYjcpauFppmeftU

[@danjones3402]

How is it holding up? 160k on mine and I need to fix these leaks to...

[@stonelox]

@@danjones3402 150k on mine and same. Since it’s worn out rubber I bet it’s related to age more than miles. Mine is 2005

[@woodswalter]

Same for me. 315 thousand miles and still going. 💪🏽

[@WUBtile]

305k just now leaking was rebuilt 6 years ago

[@markwolfe4378]

Great video. You get right to the point with all this stuff and my oil leaks are fixed now. I had 2 of them. Thank you☺️

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

👍

[@donniev8181]

​@@Donnythelatemodeltechis there anything else on the front side of those engines that could leak oil?

[@kingschill23]

The old power steering pump gasket apparently would just get hard and not able to properly seal and the new orange one is supposed to stay more soft and rubbery. Mine actually ended up sucking air in and bubble up the power steering fluid and it would over flow out of the reservoir, almost thought the transmission was going bad because it would make revving sounds as you accelerated

[@PHOQUR]

Yea, it’s only orange so you know if it’s been replaced before when you open it

[@jesusojeda6310]

This is exactly what I was looking for.

[@kenbrown3740]

Excellent video exactly what I was looking for!

[@mikhailrylov7652]

As much as I love this video , because of same oil leaks on my Honda. I think I love the Irezumi you got a lil more

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊

[@707DBC]

Very good video , can clearly see what you’re doing . ❤🎉😊

[@agmood]

thanks for this - about to do the same basic stuff on a k23a1 (08 RDX) and it looks more or less the same. the RDX just has a bunch of extra stuff on top for the turbo. very helpful to see what the solenoid valve cover looks like back there.

[@TallFamilyFilms]

I JUST posted this video on doing the RDX today if it helps you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hauklZ9urLasZrM

[@rlmurillo]

Great video, i need this job done on my 2005 CR-V K24 plus the oil pressure switch. Massive leak all over

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

You can do it!

[@Piercemxpx]

LOL these are literally my 3 leaks. I changed the valve cover & replaced the vtec solenoid recently, power steering is all that’s left.

[@user-h2db3u]

What was the grease you put on the power steering O-rings? Lithium grease? I would imagine it's just going to dissolve in the oil. The orange O=ring fixes an issue with the intake hose on the pump. The flange only has 1 bolt for some reason. There are 2 holes bored on the pump.... Anyway, this causes the pump to suck in air from the leak around the Oring. This feeds the pump with air and fluid. By the time it comes out the steering rack back into the reservoir at low pressure. It's an emulsion, a soapy foam that overflows out of the reservoir around the air baffles in the cap. This is because when a fluid becomes a foam/emulsion. Its surface area will increase. It's an insanely simple system that bleeds itself through the reservoir "cap". But will have big problems if you have a leak on the intake pipe for the pump.

[@FatherOfVocals]

this makes me want to clean my valve cover so badly

[@094340]

Please, if you are going to clean it, don't do it badly.

[@xtc___3027]

What a g. Need to get oil leaks fixed 😅

[@HoaTran-ky3hy]

Thank you very much and have a successful in your business

[@bngknbeal8204]

Donny I have an 06 honda accord with the 2.4 engine. I have one leak I'm having a hard time finding. The oil is getting splashed on my alternator. When I get under the card my passenger side frame is covered in oil. I've changed so many gaskets on my car to figure it out but I still have that one specific leak. I put a lower mileage motor in my car and changed all gaskets but the head gasket set.

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Watch these video yet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYjcpauFppmeftU the forgotten gasket is in this video

[@honestnewsnet]

Why would you spray that over the engine?

[@johnathoncastro]

I had all these leaks on my honda element plus the oil pan. Cost me about $2k!!!

[@orlandogonzalez9512]

Great video major help.. Question where is your shop, also do you deal with hybrids its a honda accord halfhalf

[@jesseruiz5680]

Always changed valve cover gaskets on B series motors all the time without Honda bond and my first K series engine I changed it and I had leaks everywhere so I guess I have to go back and put Honda bond on it.

[@levimagnusson5880]

Why did you use Bosch spark plugs and not NGK or Denso? Those are factory I believe to that vehicle.

[@christiangrey5061]

Amazing video I like it very easy and informative

[@xxpxpiixx2088]

This is a great video please make more

[@markcarey9262]

Use an 1 1/8" socket to lightly tap in the 4 round gaskets in top of your cover.

[@sheikhali5664]

Hello ! What is the oil pressure switch socket size on the spool valve ?

[@angelmods5064]

so no need to torque the VTEC Solenoid? I saw you used a drill. is It okay if I use my own 10m socket wrench that I used to crack them loose?? I haven't done my gasket on my VTEC solenoid, because I don't want to over tighten them. I'll love a feedback on this.

[@paranormalplantations]

Question. Can I pressure wash the fuel rail area without the cover? I'm doing this job now and it is filthy under the fuel rail cover. Thanks man

[@iberianlion1459]

Do Toyota cars have the same leak issues? I always buy Honda but they always have these leak problems after 100k. Both my Civic and Accord are in the shop right now. I’m planning to buy a Toyota for my next car.

[@AaronKirsch-x6s]

Hey there,. I am assuming that my 03 Element is also a K24 motor,.. how long did this job actually take? I dont have the tools or place to work on my motor right now,. so I am trying to get an idea of the "book time" ;a dealer or repair shop "could charge"

[@artsoto5459]

Is the v tech solenoid in back of Power Steering wheel pump on a 2005 Accord?

[@darren1188]

which spark plugs did you use?

[@brooklyn7941]

My leak is coming from the v tech solenoid the part where u put that o ring around that sensor I see it leaking from there but nowhere else

[@rashadshabazz7199]

My 2000 Honda Accord LX has a valve cover gasket leak, shouldn't I check the oil pressure sensor for a leak also?

[@brooklyn7941]

I have a 2004 Honda accord ex 2.4 I had a oil leak from the valve cover gasket and decided to change it and the other seals back in may now it leaks now from the v tech solenoid where u out the o ring at which is weird but u think it depends on where I got the part at kuz I bough that o ring from a source off eBay the valve cover with the seals I got from rockauto , that’s the only area I see the oil leaking at

[@fredmunoz349]

What do you usually charge for a job like this ? Abs your video was very helpful

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

3 hours

[@donjohn3652001]

3 hours? 100-120 hr?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

@@donjohn3652001 correct

[@brentthomas712]

The orange one supposed to last longer & also to easily identify if it was ever done since it was a manufacturer problem

[@deannacousin2339]

Wish you would do a vid on how to power wash the engine without harming electrical parts

[@curtisbrown7389]

Just cover all electronics with plastic bag

[@OGxSPARKY]

Just curious if you have to drain the oil in order to change these parts?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Nope

[@OGxSPARKY]

@ right bro thanks for the reply and the video 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Ieaker]

do you need to drain your oil for this job? i plan on replacing the same gaskets as you: vc gasket, powersteering pump o ring, and vtec solenoid.

[@YARDI387]

I think my 3rd tube from the right is leaking. what's the process of removing and should I seal the threads? Thanks

[@XBKLYN]

Masterful!

[@kevinsapp2294]

What’s the process you used to safely power wash all the old oil from leaks ?

[@Dougarony]

engine degreaser, no need to power wash.

[@heshelk22]

thanks! mine has that winnie sound when i drive i didnt know it was caused by that red seal

[@arturzajac8291]

Hi ,what a torch pressure have you used for this Top ,no 6 of 10mm nuts?

[@edgariva12]

Do you have to remove the spark plugs? Aside from the coil to take the cover off

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Spark plugs can stay

[@elieli8368]

Excellent and very informative but if you could slow down the movement of the camera but otherwise will subscribe and look for your other videos.

[@krperry2007]

I've got a big leak at the VTEC strainer cover on the front, next to the belt tensioner. Do you have a video on that? I think you had the gasket in your kit with the VTEC solinoid?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

I pull one out in this video . kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4LHZXudfrChZ7s

[@094340]

I know your post is 2 years old, but I just replaced that strainer. 2 10mm bolts is all that holds it in, but you have to take off a bunch of stuff to get at it. Honda engineers didn't think that one through.

[@marksokolski3517]

Do you have this for the 2008 4 cylinder accord?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

This is the same as a 08

[@DSeN7]

Careful, that brake cleaner will eat up your new gasket.

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

👍

[@willglenn8638]

Hey there i just did the valve cover gasket on mine and i got it all put back together and torqued everything down to spec and i have a small gap all the way around the valve cover and the mating surface, is it supposed to look like that?

[@edgardoarroyo7418]

You didn't mention the leak on the passeger side underneath the valve cover (side)

[@JJBanuelos]

I grade videos on a burrito scale & you get 🌯🌯🌯🌯🌯

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

😆

[@margaretsigmond5186]

This video is very helpful

[@johndoremi3872]

is Fel-proo a good option ??? Thanks in advance , i have a civic 2.0 Si

[@BeeHoppy]

On this engine what is the sensor on the front of the engine left of center near the head? I had mine replaced because it seemed to be leaking oil and it is still leaking. I don't know what it is called. TY

[@JD97622]

Hiii Donny I have a question, a mechanic told me I have an oil leak and need a new engine cap, he did show me. What is that?

[@osvaldomonge3305]

Gracias amigo. Very helpful

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

👍

[@scott4036]

Where do you recommend buying oem honda parts from?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Not ebay. Lots of fakes. Take the part numbers to your local dealer "parts counter." These guys are usually really helpful, they get paid commission. And usally the prices are much cheaper than online.

[@senseizamasu4143]

Hello thank you for all you do this video helped me out a lot I do have a question! I just changed my power Steering holes By any chance do you know the name of the part in front of the engine the vtec

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Need to be alittle more specific

[@stretchthemessiah6211]

My valve cover now has a small gap and I can see the gasket from where it meets the heads is this normal? I pounded it in the best I could torqued it all to spec and it doesn’t seem like it’s leaking I’m just concerned

[@colinshum5216]

What is that grease you put on the power steering washer and value cover tube? Got a link where I can buy it?

[@edy5082]

3m silicone paste

[@thatSnowdenGi]

I’m having leaks. It doesn’t happen every time I get an oil Change but other times it does and leaks more than others

[@gordner5686]

Subscribed today! Thanks

[@ralphp22]

I have a serious leak that needs to be cleaned, did you say i could just power wash the entire engine? Even the alternator?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Yes

[@monsta8083]

This will probably help me 185k miles and looks like I’m smoking out my hood on hills and other higher elevation areas where I live it’s a big joke between me and friends but I hate that smell it comes through tall my vents with the defroster on feel like I’m getting High off that

[@andrewchristopher8334]

What is the clear grease you put on the power steering o ring?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Probably automotive silicone paste

[@jamesf9074]

Have a 2005 CRV with oil dripping down pass side of subframe. Resealed the timing chain cover, did the front crank seal, and valve clever gasket. Still leaking. Solenoid under cam sprockets not leaking. Leak seems to come from right behind AC compressor. Any thoughts on what it would be?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Your fix is in this video, it's a screen gasket behind the power steering pump kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4LHZXudfrChZ7s

[@jamesf9074]

@@Donnythelatemodeltech ok, I found that video too. I’ll check it out. Thanks!!

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

@@jamesf9074 yeah, the compressor video isn't label and oil leak fix, but i do , fix it.

[@mikemorris5503]

Would you happen to know what the piece is called that the smog hose connects to? I somehow broke it off when replacing my valve cover gasket on my 2003 Honda Accord. The smog hose is the small hose next to the emissions hose on the air filter. I’m needing to know what the smog hose runs down to so that it can be replaced. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[@nisonisounds2420]

What are torque specs for gaskets?

[@arturzajac8291]

Am interested to figure out as well ? !

[@GrimeyyBandit]

250k leaking a little but nothing concerning figured I’d figure it out before it gets too bad

[@gregson99]

K20A2 130k miles and have almost all the same leak problems(i think) power steering making a racket and engine leaking oil (vtec solenoid and oil pressure switch the most likely cause?) Its weird the power steering sounds/works worse when there is cold weather( less than 50deg F)

[@ramgabe1027]

Easy as 1,2,3. 👍

[@jenarlynbatiancila6128]

2003 honda crv oil cooler gasket how to replace.pls.

[@natedostalik3538]

Does this k24 accord use the same vtec solenoid as the k24 acura tsx

[@hectorsantiago8116]

Yup.

[@RobertL78]

at 2:49., what is that little stamped steel cover being hidden by your finger thats below the valve cover and behind the power steering pump? I'm 99% sure that's the latest and greatest oil leak on mine.

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Vtc screen. I replace one in this video around the 7 minute mark. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4LHZXudfrChZ7s

[@RobertL78]

@@Donnythelatemodeltech thanks!!

[@shawntuan1]

Why didnt you install the vtc strainer gasket? Didnt it come with the kit? My sisters car is doing the same thing, same year same car. I should probably do everything same time. Maybe a 3-4hr job if i dont include the oil pan gasket.

[@shawntuan1]

Mechanic quoted her 2500$ for new solenoid. When the problem isnt a solenoid, its oil leaks including the vrc strainer. No check engine light, no vtec issues, so why quote a new solenoid. Very few honest mechanics in the world. A whole lot of rotten apples man.

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

I replace one in this video around the 7 minute mark. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4LHZXudfrChZ7s

[@itsaseabass7789]

is there a difference between the blue and regular looking gasket seals? Is one better than the other or is it better to go whatever option?

[@amirparvez5415]

Blue gasket are aftermarket I believe. Personally i would just go with oem if the price is not much different

[@Amarillobymorning777]

Timing chain 👍🏼

[@CHASCO4]

Awesome insight, thanks

[@phamdavis]

What was the stuff in the can you brushed on the O-rings?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

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[@phamdavis]

@@Donnythelatemodeltech Thanks

[@josephlopez5658]

What deep socket size did you use to remove the pressure sensor on the VTech solenoid?

[@joehodgsonphoto]

22mm

[@zachcollins1934]

Where did you get that plastic punch?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

This is the same thing amzn.to/3vg6Rty

[@seven7hsine]

Great video. Im about to be doing everything you just did in this video. When you pressure wash the motor are there any areas that need to be covered ?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

I would try not to spray to much behind the headlamps. Once you get water in them... its really hard to get out

[@heavy_hittahz]

Mine leaks from the right back side cover corner doesn’t seem to be coming from the cover but the catch can part in the back gets filled with oil time by time any suggestions?

[@jaym.1106]

Oil gasket changed mine 9 months ago had oil there also .

[@heavy_hittahz]

@@jaym.1106 yea had to buy an oem one cause I had changed it out with an autozone one. But no more leaks 🤞

[@FSUJeffy2001]

Can you come fix my 2008 accord?

[@DyLan-vy8kp]

Hey, I love the vid and your spot on with your work. I just did this exact job on my friends 03 accord. Now it's leaking from the vtec solenoid area (3rd time now). I replaced the valve cover gasket (was needed), replaced the vtec gasket. 2 weeks later, leaks again at vtec solenoid. Replaced the solenoid (used the new gasket it came with). And after 3 days leaks again. What am I missing on this?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Strange

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

I'm pretty sure the bolts are all the same length, correct?

[@DyLan-vy8kp]

@@Donnythelatemodeltech I believe so, all 3 behind solenoid

[@trippin8585]

this may be far fetched, however I hear that if you pcv system is bad, there will be pressure and cause leaks. check your pcv valve and hose. there are many videos on it. no harm in doing so. I'm waiting for some time off from work to finally get my hands on my crv 03.. I'll be switching the gaskets of the part he showed here as well as the other gaskets/oil strainer. if you go to any parts diagram for your engine you will see where the gaskets are. no need to replace unless you see evidence of leak, one is right behind belt tensioner and the other is below the engine mount I believe good luck www.hondaacuraonline.com/v-2003-honda-cr-v--lx--2-4l-l4-gas/engine--vtc-oil-control-valve

[@DyLan-vy8kp]

I found the source and fixing it

[@DONMARIO96]

Does this also apply to the 2008 honda accord s or are they different

[@danjones3402]

Same engine until 2013 I believe..

[@andrewmontano9721]

Do you have to use Honda bond ? Anyone know any alternatives ?

[@truthhurts7]

What’s this specific service called? Or do you just ask to fix all these 3 issues?

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

You'll have to ask to fix them individually.

[@Lavishking714]

My Honda Accord 2.4l 2003 literally has all these oil leaks. Vtec solenoid, timing cover gasket and oil pan gasket. $1,198 total! What’s a good price for all these leaks? Thanks

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

The labor is 98% of y o ur cost at a least 120 an hour.

[@tatialo37]

Too much!!!!

[@nickm4874]

$1198!!? Did u walk in the shop with a giant "S" on your forehead?

[@onlymyself9705]

Wasup bro I had some questions

[@dangeloclaxton8780]

Can someone send me a link to find a radiator for my o3 accord please, cl9

[@roddyvivar8310]

you can work on my Accord ANYTIME!

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

👍

[@Jassett]

hello how are you? please help me, the piece you removed in minute 6:01 I do not have it in place I have a screw my engine is a K24Z year 2007 crv I see that everyone has two sensors and I only have 1 where I could send you a picture to see what I mean? currently I have an oil leak from the top and is not the vtec and I changed the gasket and everything else in the valve cover less than a year ago

[@krperry2007]

Check my comment. I'm going down the same road. Finally seeing a big leak on the VTEC strainer cover, which is on the opposite side of the one you fixed, small cover next to the belt tensioner. Hope that helps.

[@Jassett]

@@krperry2007 hello, I also checked that area but it has a leak on that side, Mine is a big leak but it starts above the Vtec I don't know because mine has a screw where a sensor goes

[@krperry2007]

@@Jassett Did you put a dab of RTV at the case joints and corners (4 places) when you put on the valve cover gasket? I was not able to find my leak until I cleaned the engine.