A15-020
May 30, 2015
01710 Version 1
Rear Cylinder Head Cover Gasket Leaks Oil
AFFECTED VEHICLES
| Year | Model | Trim | VIN Range |
| 2003–14 | Accord V6 | EX-L | ALL |
| 2015 | Accord V6 | EX-L, 2-Door | 1HGCT2…FA000001 thru 1HGCT2…FA002573 |
| 2015 | Accord V6 | EX-L, 4-Door | 1HGCR3…FA000001 thru 1HGCR3…FA009704 |
| 2015 | Accord V6 | Touring | 1HGCR3…FA000001 thru 1HGCR3…FA009503 |
SYMPTOM
The rear cylinder head cover gasket leaks oil.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The rear cylinder head cover gasket shifted during installation.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the rear cylinder head cover gasket.
PARTS INFORMATION
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| Rear Cylinder Head Cover Gasket | 12351-5G0-A00
Genuine Honda 12351-5G0-A00 Rear Head Cover Gasket
| 1 |
| Intake Manifold Gasket | 17105-RCJ-A01
Genuine Honda (17105-RCJ-A01) Intake Manifold Gasket
| 1 |
| Intake Manifold Cover Gasket (upper) | 17112-5G0-A01
Genuine Honda (17112-5G0-A01) Intake Manifold Cover Gasket
| 1 |
REQUIRED MATERIALS
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| Liquid Gasket
(One tube repairs about 20 vehicles). | 08718-0004 | 1/20 of a tube |
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
| Operation Number | Description | Flat Rate Time | Template ID | Failed Part Number |
| 1101D6 | Replace the rear cylinder head cover gasket. | 1.1 hrs | 15-020A | 12320-5G0-A00 |
Defect Code: 07408
Symptom Code: 05101
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to the electronic service manual.
- Remove the three ignition coils from the rear cylinder head. Refer to the electronic service manual.
- Remove the rear cylinder head cover. Refer to the electronic service manual.
- Remove the head cover gasket from the rear cylinder head cover.
- Remove any dirt or debris from the cover and its mounting surface.
- Clean the cover groove. Install the new head cover gasket in the groove and make sure it seated securely.
- Apply liquid gasket on the chain case and the No. 5 rocker shaft holder mating surfaces. Then, install the head cover within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
- Set the spark plug seals in the spark plug tubes and install the rear cylinder head cover.
- Inspect the plug seals for any damage.
- Torque the bolts in three steps. In the final step, torque them to 7 N·m (5 lb-ft) in the sequence shown.
- Install the intake manifold and torque the bolts and nuts in three steps to 22 N·m (16 lb-ft),
- Install the intake manifold upper cover and torque the bolts and nuts in three steps to 12 N·m (9 lb-ft).
- Reinstall all removed parts.
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