Repairing 1998-2003 Honda V6 Oil Leaks
This bulletin may help installers to repair the problem. Depending onthe location of the leak, you or your installer may seal it with JB Weld or 3-Bond-coatedsealing bolts. Applies To: All 1998-2003 Accord V6, 1999-2003 Odyssey and 2003 Pilot models. Ifoil is leaking from the front, middle or rear of one of the aboveengines, it
Head Gaskets 101: Part 1
In 1991, Ford introduced the 4.6L OHC V-8, commonly referred to as the Modular Ford V-8. It had, for its time, a revolutionary new head gasket design called MLS. Prior to that, most head gaskets were steel core designs with some sort of gasket paper attached to the core, so this was a big change
Audible Spark Knock Complaints on 1998-’02 GM Engines
Models affected: 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird with 5.7L Engine (VIN G – RPO LS1) 1999-2002 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1999-2002 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL 2002 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT with 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L Engine (VINs V, T, Z, N, U – RPOS LR4, LM7, L59, L09, L04)
Cylinder Block Cracks on 4.6L Cadillac Engines
A subject certainlyworth knowing about are cylinder block cracks on the Cadillac 4.6LDOHC engine. You may never see one of these cracks unlessyou painstakingly look for it or it bites you on a warranty. However,it becomes obvious almost immediately if you need to resurface theblock deck. The problem is cracking of the aluminum block casting
Solving Sealing Issues on 2.5L Subaru
Federal-Mogul has introduced two next-generation Fel-Pro PermaTorque MLS head gaskets that help eliminate sealing concerns on the full range of Subaru 2.5L SOHC and DOHC “boxer” engines dating back to the 1996 model year. The new MLS head gaskets combine Federal-Mogul’s aftermarket multi-layer-steel gasket technologies with a "LaserWeld" stopper layer design, developed in partnership with
Diagnosing Faulty Spark Plug Wires
Ignitionsystems have changed a great deal in recent years, with coil-on-plug(COP) ignition systems being the most common setup on many late modelengines. COP ignition systems have a single coil for each spark plugmounted on top of the plug. This setup eliminates the need for a sparkplug wire and the troubles it can cause. Most other
Updated Torque Specs for 1999-2003 GEN III Vortec Engines
A new exhaust manifold bolt and torque specification wasintroduced to the GM GEN III Vortec small block V8 engine beginningwith the 2004 model year. When servicing and GEN III Vortec small blockexhaust manifolds, the exhaust manifold bolts should be replaced. • Use GM p/n 11518860 Exhaust Manifold Bolt Apply a .2? wide bead of high
Installing Drive Belt Kit on 1.8L 20V Audi A4 Engine
(Retrofitting hydraulic damper on vehicles built before1998) Problem: Thebelt drive makes noise after operating for a short time. Cause: Thenewly installed tension roller is not the correct distance from the engine andallows the belt to rub on the side of the inner flanged wheel Solution: When refittingvehicles built before and during 1998, the old
Mazda 3.0L Engine Ticking Noise from Left Bank Cylinder Head
Installers may use the table below to select the correct repairfor the applicable engine/model. Year/Model ProceedTo: 2002-’06 MPV 3.0L RepairProcedure A 2003-’08 Mazda6 3.0L RepairProcedure B 2001-’06 Tribute 3.0L RepairProcedure A (built before Jan. 17, 2006) 2006 Tribute 3.0L RepairProcedure B (built after Jan. 17, 2006) 2008 Tribute 3.0L RepairProcedure B (engine build
Big Block Chevy Cam Identification
While turning the distributor during diagnosis process your customer noticed the other four cylinders would start running and theoriginal four go dead. Now, since it is a big block I truly understooda phrase that my brother always used: "There is no substitute for cubicinches," because it did actually run on either of the four cylindersets.
Most Important Factors for Choosing Valve Springs
To begin, your installed height should always be measured. This is important because the height at which a valve spring is installed can dramatically increase or decrease its rated coil bind clearance and opened/closed pressures. As this can lead to valve spring or camshaft failure, it is vital that you choose the correct spring for
Isuzu Piston Ring Installation Update
Affected vehicles/engines: All 1998 through 2001 Isuzu vehicles equipped with 6VD1 or 6VE1 engines. Service Procedure: The procedure for replacing piston rings in affected vehicles has changed. Previously published service information indicates #1 compression ring has a "T" mark on the "UP" side of the ring (Figure 1). Replacement rings (piston ring set, p/n 8.97136-136-0)