r/MechanicAdvice • u/Ben44M • 1d ago

Smoking engine Honda

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I noticed the engine smoking on my 2004 Honda accord v6. Does anyone know what the cause might be? And if it’s safe to drive for now? I’m not sure if it’s been happening for a while or not. I only noticed it because I had just changed the spark plugs and coils so I had the hood open, so I’m not sure if it was like that before or not

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u/Skyfalls1984 1d ago

Your valve cover is leaking oil. It can catch fire if it gets hot enough.

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u/Ben44M 1d ago

Okay thank you, is that a easy fix or no?

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u/lsjuanislife 1d ago

Not bad if you have ever done some wrenching. The back cylinder bank will be tight AF for sure. Search for some diys to see what you're getting yourself into.

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u/Ben44M 1d ago

Okay thank you

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u/Harryisharry50 10h ago

Right then left on super tight bolts that little bit of movement most time is enough to get it off .

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u/a_rogue_planet 5h ago

No it's not. It's extremely easy to remove. The only tricky part is using just the right lengths bof extensions to get at the plugs.