HELP! Oil by spark plugs!

andym1999 · #1 08-15-2006, 12:04 PM

Hi... I'm kinda new to the Stratus scene. I recently changed the plugs on my 2000 2.4L that I had just bought. When I pulled out the first plug it was covered in oil down by the hex portion of the plug. 3 of the other 4 were the same way. Anyone have any thoughts as to where the oil is coming from?

Thanks,

Andy

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dodgedlr · #2 08-15-2006, 01:35 PM

???
Does this engine have the spark plug in the center of the valve cover? I don't recall right off hand if it does or not.
But, if it does, you need to replace the O'rings in the valve cover around the spark plug holes.

andym1999 · #3 08-19-2006, 01:23 AM

Yes the plugs are in the middle of the cover. Will I need to change the gasket as well???

01indigoR/T · #4 08-19-2006, 02:24 PM

well it probably wont hury to change the other gasket as well. it comes as one kit; vlave cover gasket and the o rings around the sparkplugs.

strat101 · #5 08-22-2006, 06:04 AM

thats funny cause i just replaced my gasket and it does come in one kit and it took me only about a 1hr and half to do. Dont forget you have to remove the coil pack in order to get the bolt under it. Have fun!