Valve cover gaskets replacement

2000 HONDA ACCORD
137,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RIEBE123
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My valve cover gaskets are leaking moderately. I am due to replace both of them. my question is, when I replace the tube seals do I use any Honda bond? also when I replace the gaskets do I use any Honda bond?

A lot to take off so I want to make sure they both are sealed well.
Mar 2, 2019 at 3:00 PM
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D6SPAN
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Hi Riebe,
Some say that using a RTV for an application like this isn't necessary, however, I usually use Permatex Ultra Black (same thing, different name). I use it on the tube seals and on the gasket. Just be sure you don't use so much that it makes a mess under the valve cover. You got this!

Here is a guide to help step by step with diagrams below to show you how on your car

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-valve-cover-gasket

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Mar 2, 2019 at 4:49 PM
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DAVE1310
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Thanks. that is exactly what I need to know.
Mar 2, 2019 at 5:52 PM
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Mar 5, 2019 at 11:18 AM