A15-020
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The rear cylinder head cover gasket leaks oil.
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(g)HONDA Service Bulletin May 30, 2015 15-020 0171 0 Version 1 Rear Cylinder Head Cover Gasket Leaks Oil AFFECTED VEHICLES Year Model 2003-14 Accord V6 2015 Accord V6 2015 Accord V6 2015 Accord V6 Trim EX-L EX-L, 2-Door EX-L, 4-Door Touring VIN Range ALL 1HGCT2 ... FA000001 thru 1HGCT2 ... FA002573 1HGCR3 ... FA000001 thru 1HGCR3 ... FA009704 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 1 Intake Manifold Gasket 17105-RCJ-A01 1 Intake Manifold Cover Gasket (upper) 17112-5G0-A01 1 REQUIRED MATERIALS Part Name Part Number Quantity Liquid Gasket 08718-0004 1/20 of a tube (One tube repairs about 20 vehicles). WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION The normal warranty applies. Operation Number Description Flat Rate Time Template ID Failed Part Number 1101 D6 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 CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by "do-it-yourselfers," and you should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer. © 2015 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved Page 1 of 4 REPAIR PROCEDURE 1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to the electronic service manual. 2. Remove the three ignition coils from the rear cylinder head. Refer to the electronic service manual. 3. Remove the rear cylinder head cover. Refer to the electronic service manual. 4. Remove the head cover gasket from the rear cylinder head cover. 5. Remove any dirt or debris from the cover and its mounting surface. 6. Clean the cover groove. Install the new head cover gasket in the groove and make sure it seated securely. NEW HEAD COVER GASKET Page 2 of 4 7. 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. LIQUID GASKET 8. Set the spark plug seals in the spark plug tubes and install the rear cylinder head cover. 9. Inspect the plug seals for any damage. 10. Torque the bolts in three steps. In the final step, torque them to 7 N·m (5 lb-ft) in the sequence shown. Page 3 of 4 11. Install the intake manifold and torque the bolts and nuts in three steps to 22 N·m (16 lb-ft), [ 4 2 12. Install the intake manifold upper cover and torque the bolts and nuts in three steps to 12 N·m (9 lb-ft). 13. Reinstall all removed parts. END. Page 4 of 4