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Spark plug change getting oil on plugs - problem?

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Old 05-21-24, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Gaberomero
that's next on my to do list. I changed the 02 sensor bank1 sensor 1 a week ago due to p2238 code.
it's driving flawless right now with 0 problems, but tube seals/ valve cover gaskets and pcv is where I'm headed next.
I am intimidated by the process of doing the PCV myself. I see no leaks from the gaskets and per others experience the PCV might be the cause of some oil burning. If/when you do make that change any documentation of your process would be much appreciated!
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Don't know if this helps but this is how all mine looked after 147k miles, car was at 267k.
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Originally Posted by Gaberomero
So I swapped out the plugs on my 07 ls 460L. The passenger side firewall plug came out looking dirty and oily(see pics) the driver side plug has some oil too just not as bad. The plug seals on passenger side has to come out so I replaced those, some were cracked.
My question is do i need to be worried about it?




Passenger firewall plug

Closer look. What's the build up on the prongs? These plugs had yellow triangle on the top of them. Maybe original plugs?
Has your car had the valve spring recall done?
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Originally Posted by Tdes395
Has your car had the valve spring recall done?
Yes it did
Old 05-22-24, 04:10 PM
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Closer look. What's the build up on the prongs? These plugs had yellow triangle on the top of them. Maybe original plugs?
I would suggest maybe due to its location away from the engine center, it might have run a little cooler than all the others.
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