justYnG

i spent some time searching this site for a DIY on how to change the valve cover gasket. i changed the spark plugs some time ago but im starting to see a leak by the valve cover. in the search engine i typed: DIY, is300 valve cover gasket and valve cover. neither keywords would lead me in the right direction. anyways if someone can point me to the right diy i would appreciate it. also is there gaskets for the spark plugs that would need to be replaced as well?

mitsuguy

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If you did the spark plugs, it is almost the exact same process, just removal of the valve covers as well, there is pretty much nothing else to do aside from unbolting them (pretty sure all 10mm nuts and bolts)...

the only thing you need to know about installing the new gaskets is to not overtighten them (use a 1/4" drive ratchet and be gentle), and to use a small amount of RTV on the corners where the gasket goes up and over the front part of the cam...

no gaskets for the spark plugs, wouldn't be a bad idea to change the PCV valve while you are there... they are only a couple dollars...