Oil leaked into my spark plugs. I am now getting new spark plugs but am having a bit of a hard time finding sites for schematics and "how to"
I do have someone who basically knows how to do it, but we need more information. If you have any suggestions or sites, please let me know.
Thanks ahead of time :)
2007-09-30 11:32:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I will tell you how to do it. If the screws haven't come up missing over the years, there are screws on the cover where the plug wires plug onto the spark plugs in the center of the valve cover. This is if you have a DOHC motor. If not, the spark plugs are in front of the motor and you won't have the cover. If that is the case, just take out the bolts from the valve cover. Remove the bolt on the right side toward the front of the engine that has a ground wire connected to it. Slide a screw driver gently between the valve cover and the head, just enough to pry up a bit if it is stubborn. If you have the DOHC, remove the plug wire cover and wires. Then proceed to remove the valve cover bolts and the little ground wire bolt. Pry up on the valve cover if it is stubborn. When you get the valve cover off, the gasket should be a rubber type that fits into a groove. It may seem to be plastic and break real easy, but when it was new it was rubber. Heat and oil have a way of destroying the rubber and sealing properties. Get the valve cover gasket out. On DOHC models, you also have to remove the spark plug tube seals that are round and in the center of the valve cover. Now you can install the new gasket, but I would recommend getting the yellow sealant known as weatherstripping. Squeeze a small amount into the valve cover gasket grooves in the valve cover before snapping the gasket into place. Let the gasket cure for about 15-20 minutes while you take a rag and clean the mating surfaces on the cylinder head. Gently lower the valve cover back into place, making sure the gasket is snug and doesn't curl on you as you install it. A very good idea is to set it in place, then pull it back off to make sure there is no curling of the gasket. If there is, apply a small amount of weather strip sealant to that area, and press the gasket back into place. Lower the valve cover back into place, again, removing to make sure the gasket is in place. When you have the valve cover back in place, and the gasket did not move when you checked it, put all of the bolts in just a little snug until the head of the bolt contacts the valve cover. There is a tightening squence for these bolts. The easiest way to explain that is to start with the center bolts and go in a counter clockwise rotation so you are tightening the bolts from center working your way to the ends. Put your plug wires back in and the cover back on if DOHC, and you will be good to go. Don't forget, if the ground wire is present on front of the valve cover, reinstall that too. If not, someone before you lost the bolt and put the ground wire elsewhere. It was probably me. Just kidding. Hope this helps you.
2007-09-30 11:47:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Autozone can also print out a shema for the valve cover. along with the torque specs. I take it your goal is to replace the gaskets for the spark tubes so you can keep the oil from contaminating the plugs. Is this the V 6 or inline 4? The 4 is a very simple job. the 6 is a little more difficult. the Chilton or Haynes book for this car will be around 25 bucks if your willing to go that route. Has step by step information with pictures.
2007-09-30 11:45:07 · answer #2 · answered by gearnofear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as aprofessional and a shop owner, i would fire anyone using permatex unless there was a problem with the parts. Use the gasket that's what its there for. If you want to use something to help seal the gasket, use never seize on paper (read the back of a can of never seize , you 'll seewhat i m talking about), use a light coat of penetrating oil on a rubber gasket, and use a SMALL amount of engine oil or trans oil ( depending upon what you are sealing) for cork gaskets. Thats it. Gaskets are designed to seal small nicks and descrepancies in a sealing surface.. remember that. good luck
2016-05-17 13:29:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Piece of cake......first, take the valve cover off. Then put the valve cover on the floor of your garage and push what is left of the talon out in the street with a for sale sign in it. Then call a friend and have them drive you to the nearest Dodge dealer and buy a Charger R/T. Trust me, you will be more than happy with the repair.
2007-09-30 11:44:31 · answer #4 · answered by Brian B 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Go to the library go the do it yourself section...and look for Chiltons they should have one for the 98 eagle talon they are pretty good books
2007-09-30 11:38:26 · answer #5 · answered by Princess Consuela B. Hammock 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/shop_parts/repair_manual/eagle/talon.html
and
http://www.expertvillage.com/videos/valve-cover-replacement-seat-valve.htm
(this site has a video..actually it has 13 videos on replacing valve cover gaskets...it's generalized instruction...maybe it will help)
2007-09-30 16:15:50 · answer #6 · answered by EvelynMine 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I normally use the manufacturers web site
Much Luck!
2007-09-30 17:19:17 · answer #7 · answered by secret society 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.expertvillage.com
2007-09-30 16:43:15 · answer #8 · answered by ny21tb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋