Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This video is made as a guideline to show you how to change the valve cover gaskets and spark plug tube seals on a 03-07 Honda Accord V6 (J30 Engine – applies to all J-series engines).
I hope it was helpful!

Parts used in this video:
- Valve Cover Gaskets and Spark Plug Tube Seal Kit – APEX AVC156S: rockauto.com/en/catalog/honda,2004,accord,3.0l+v6,1425428,engine,valve+cover+gasket,10710
- Castrol Edge 5w-20 High Mileage Oil: amazon.com/gp/product/B01CRYHNII
- Oil Filter: amazon.com/gp/product/B000C9SKV0

Tools used in this video:
- 3/8” Deep 6-Point Sockets: harborfreight.com/10-pc-38-in-drive-metric-high-visibility-deep-socket-67867.html
- 3/8” Ratchet: harborfreight.com/38-in-drive-low-profile-ratchet-62328.html
- Socket Extensions: harborfreight.com/wobble-socket-extension-set-9-pc-67971.html
- 6mm Allen wrench: amazon.com/Bondhus-15768-L-Wrench-ProGuard-Barcoded/dp/B000V4QE4G
- Silicone Paste: amazon.com/3M-08946-Clear-Silicone-Paste/dp/B005RNEH5O
- 3/8” Torque Wrench: harborfreight.com/38-in-drive-click-type-torque-wrench-61276.html
- ½ Bauer Impact Gun: harborfreight.com/20v-hypermax-lithium-ion-cordless-12-in-impact-wrench-tool-only-63629.html
- 3 Ton Low Profile Jack: harborfreight.com/3-ton-low-profile-rapid-pump-floor-jack-64264.html
- 6 Ton Jack Stands: harborfreight.com/6-ton-steel-jack-stands-62393.html
- Flathead Screwdriver: harborfreight.com/8-pc-magnetic-screwdriver-set-7386.html
- Pry Bar Set: harborfreight.com/4-piece-heavy-duty-pry-bar-set-1654.html
- Rubber Mallet: harborfreight.com/1-12-lb-rubber-mallet-69076.html

Please note that I am not a professional mechanic, nor am I saying that you must do exactly what I say in this video. Perform these repairs at your own risk! Safety first ;)