I had problems fitting a 3/8 drive socket and extension on the EGR nuts, so I got a 12mm socket with a 1/4 inch drive extension and the socket was a 6 point, it fit on the nuts better than a 12 point and didn't slip...nuts are super tight do be careful.
I've noticed a leak in my '02 Civic about 2 weeks ago..I didn't know exactly where it was coming from..I was thinking that it was the top pan gasket, but now I know what the problem is..Thank you sir for saving me time and extra money..Great video!!..👍
Thanks so much , I replaced PCV valve on 05 civic then attempted to replace seal but couldn't get the one nut off the EGR valve, Now I can .Thanks again from a Grateful Canadian 🇨🇦
1/4 in Drive with a 1/4 in wobble 12 mm socket it fits right in there right on the nut. Some reviews on the cap it ok just behind the oring no sealants on the valve seal.
I keep having to put oil in every couple days I’m getting the valve cover fixed today then going to go down the list this is next to do might do it myself💯 thank you for the video
I was actually able to replace the cap without removing the EGR valve. Just have to prop a screwdriver on the wire harness cabling behind the valve by the plug hole so the plug didn't fall once the space got too small for me to maneuver, and presto!
Love the energy, I hope this is the issue with my car, by another video I though it was but got a "mechanics" opinion. He said it was the rear motor sealant and his cousin said it was the...filter for the solenoid, located very close to these areas yet my car is still leaking. 😑
If it has vtec check the vtec Gaskets. Very easy fix, anyone can do it in 5 minutes after watching a video. And this is the most common leak for all Hondas.
@@FroztiProductions If the gasket is inside the vtec solenoid, that's not it, it stopped leaking when I replaced the entire solenoid. Hopefully my wheel bearing issue is 1/2 as difficult.
@@FroztiProductions Hhmmm, that's interesting, if it has the same shaped gasket maybe he replaced the horizontal one because I (with help from my landlord) replaced the entire vertical vtec solenoid.
I have a 2001 Civic as well with this leak. There is no EGR blocking the cam plug. This video and another had me confused. Amazon also says the cam plug recommended here won't fit.
@@stephenshahan3501 Maybe it's emissions dependant. I just got an OE one from my local Honda dealer (who is AWESOME!) They are really cheap to buy. Super simple to install.
@@Dubya what else seemed helpful was, I used a long extension, but it had the wobble end, so that acted like a swivel and gave me just enough to bust it loose. A spritz of some good ol' PB beforehand as well makes life easier. I have been using harbor freight more and more for small tools. They are inexpensive and have decent warranty.
@@lifes_calling6981 I tried something similar but without some PB beforehand and actually snapped the wobble end of one of my HF extensions they were cool about replacing the set though, and I went with a 3/8 this time which barely fit but got the job done
I don’t know anything so I’m gonna ask this question: should we drain all of the oil out before we do this? I’ve got oil coming out all over the place and I’m thinking this might be it. I’m gonna go out and take a look.
Did anyone have a problem with that bolt colser in between the cap and egr ??? I bought the suggested 5 nut kid to get it loose and instead it’s all stripped. What does anyone suggest?
Dubya most definitely, those engines leak oil from every seal down to the oil pump housing. Not to mention the head gasket issues. In my opinion, the worst engine Honda has ever had. Removing the EGR is the right way to do it though, it’s if you’re experienced with it, you tend to find short cuts.
Where else can it leak from in that general area I have a leak on my 02 ex but it's coming from about around the vtec solenoid area I was thinking the solenoid gasket any thoughts ?
The EL2 was from 01-05 with the 05 having some different body styles. Your bay should look just like the engine bay in the video unless it had an engine swap at some time
I had the same problem getting the nuts off in my car. I got lucky on the outer nut. For that b*tch of an inner nut - I used a hammer to slam the ratchet extension as straight as I could and (on day 2) I finally caught enough of the nut to get it off. THANK GOD. Honda is great but they had so many chances to make this easier. Shame on Honda. My valve was absolutely riddled with carbon btw and seized. At least it was a much needed repair
@@Dubya I feel the same way but I'm not sure it would have seated properly even with a proper sized swivel. The whole stud came out with the nut so I guess mine seized in some way. When I put both nuts back in I just tightened them enough for a decent seal. So if I need to get it off again it should be pretty simple
Around how much would be the labor for this? Not including the parts ill prob buy . thanks ! Honda civ02 ..im gonna atleast find out where this damn leak is coming from...lot of oil...
Thank you for your answer! I have the same problem, ordered all of the parts and will use your video as a tutorial - I really appreciate your detailed story! However, I am still have some questions about the procedure. I see you used a high-temp sealant for the EGD valve gasket. Did you apply it on both sides of the gasket or on only one of them? If only one, why didn’t you apply it on the other? Connections of metal to metal does not seem to be sealed by self and needs sealant always, but this is my prospective and I can be wrong.
No reason in my opinion maybe it's where the distributor use to be in older versions of this engine. Honda made some really silly engine designs over the years especially with plug wells which caused them to leak like hell
Craftsman when it comes to power tools I think can be commonly agreed upon as not being close to the very best- and they probably do lean toward the cheaper side of these things in their market class considered... However, I think they certainly still do, and for the most part always have, made very decent mechanics hand tools overall. Though generally not regarded as very expensive or among the most impressive to the common man, these of which I really don't think are regarded or known by most to be "cheap tools" though either. That goes for both the literal price tag averages, as well as for the general build quality concerning their mechanics hand tools overall 🤙
Craftsman like everything else ain't what they used to be, they started making them in Japan usually cheaper made is just that. I think its more the 12 point socket, why they still make them I'm not sure. Go with 6 point, a lot more contact area almost impossible to round nuts or bolts, if you have a good straight fit & not seized up might get by with junk 12 pt. Thats my opinion.
I used both to be able to get to those nuts, but if your swivel is too big it wont fit. I recommend using a 1/4 drive. It might fit in that location a little better.
@@SvoBrianRobles it was just an Ebay cold air. Then i made it into a short ram. i can find one that is similar but the one i have is about three years old.
Yeah rule of thumb anything that leaks, fix it fast or it will get expensive. Honda’s last forever as long as they are sealed. I got a 03’ Si did all the seals, timing belt, water pump, new plugs, new drive belts. It runs like a champion, still quick and handles awesome. The mileage is at 370K Kms... amazing car..
@@asteiner9181 bro if the crankshaft seal has been replaced but still sometimes leaks slowly why is that? I am talking about the seal in the timing belt and water pump area ...also my car sometimes spits oil on air box filters and engine cover I have no idea why...
@@mercpindi5522 did U do the camshaft seals too? When u do the timing belt and water pump.. the crank seals and camshaft seals have to be replaced. Replace the PCV and EGR valve too and see if there’s still leaks.
@@asteiner9181 yes cam seal it cost me llike 7$ from napa installed it myself. My car doesn't have egr its a non vtech and pcv valve I didn't install it.
The 1 in the back didn't strip got it off no problem the 1 in the front I stripped had to go buy and extractor even then the whole bolt ame up the nut was still on there 😂😂😂
This is happening to me! First mechanic fixed a leak but said there was other possible leaks. Took car to other mechanic and he said it's the valve gasket. So it's probably this, or value gasket.
you dont have to take that off to remove or install the plug and your air intake now takes hot air from the engine bay instead of cooler air from under the wheel well...you kids never learn
@@Dubyadidn't have any or didn't think of it? You have said both now. Here's a lil tip for you, get all 6 pt sockets stay away from 12 pt they probably round off more nuts & bolts than anything else
Spray it down with engine cleaner/degreaser, let it sit for a few minutes, then hose it down. Then drive it around for a little while and check for leak(s). I did this and confirmed that I have the same leak as in the video.
I had problems fitting a 3/8 drive socket and extension on the EGR nuts, so I got a 12mm socket with a 1/4 inch drive extension and the socket was a 6 point, it fit on the nuts better than a 12 point and didn't slip...nuts are super tight do be careful.
Thanks for the info. Hopefully it’ll help some people out!
Did the same exact method👍
I've noticed a leak in my '02 Civic about 2 weeks ago..I didn't know exactly where it was coming from..I was thinking that it was the top pan gasket, but now I know what the problem is..Thank you sir for saving me time and extra money..Great video!!..👍
Thanks so much , I replaced PCV valve on 05 civic then attempted to replace seal but couldn't get the one nut off the EGR valve, Now I can .Thanks again from a Grateful Canadian 🇨🇦
Was very curious & this video popped out of nowhere ! It was meant to be. Thanks for the video ! Keep up the great work 👍🏼
quick tip for those bolts use a 3/8 in drive joint extention plus another extension for those egr valve bolts. will save you a lot of trouble
1/4 in Drive with a 1/4 in wobble 12 mm socket it fits right in there right on the nut. Some reviews on the cap it ok just behind the oring no sealants on the valve seal.
Thank for this video. I was wondering why I was losing so much oil and fixed it for like 7 bucks thanks to you video . Thank u.
I keep having to put oil in every couple days I’m getting the valve cover fixed today then going to go down the list this is next to do might do it myself💯 thank you for the video
Felt bro did u ever figure it out v
@@erikdickerson929 idk if you still have a leak but changing all of the VTEC solenoids gaskets fixed mine
6 point 1/4 drive fits right in there for the EGR bolts
Crow's foot, dude. 👍🏿
He was supposed to use that in the beginning, or should have used wobble socket for better chance.
Wobble didn’t fit it was too bulky and I didn’t think of using a crows foot. That might work
I was actually able to replace the cap without removing the EGR valve. Just have to prop a screwdriver on the wire harness cabling behind the valve by the plug hole so the plug didn't fall once the space got too small for me to maneuver, and presto!
Love the energy, I hope this is the issue with my car, by another video I though it was but got a "mechanics" opinion. He said it was the rear motor sealant and his cousin said it was the...filter for the solenoid, located very close to these areas yet my car is still leaking. 😑
If it has vtec check the vtec Gaskets. Very easy fix, anyone can do it in 5 minutes after watching a video. And this is the most common leak for all Hondas.
@@FroztiProductions If the gasket is inside the vtec solenoid, that's not it, it stopped leaking when I replaced the entire solenoid. Hopefully my wheel bearing issue is 1/2 as difficult.
@@theequeenbeast2746 there's 2 for vtec. There's the horizontal one for the solenoid and the vertical one that presses against the head.
@@FroztiProductions Hhmmm, that's interesting, if it has the same shaped gasket maybe he replaced the horizontal one because I (with help from my landlord) replaced the entire vertical vtec solenoid.
Great video thanks alot big help for me
U just replaced the one on my nephew's 2001. It did not have an EGR valve. The original seal was very brittle.
I have a 2001 Civic as well with this leak. There is no EGR blocking the cam plug. This video and another had me confused. Amazon also says the cam plug recommended here won't fit.
@@stephenshahan3501 Maybe it's emissions dependant. I just got an OE one from my local Honda dealer (who is AWESOME!) They are really cheap to buy. Super simple to install.
thanks I didn't know how to look for those pieces but thanks to your video I already know where and how to look for it thank you very much
You are awesome my friend. You're well prepared making this video
i had no problem wit the egr nuts i just drove the whole stud out thanks to my Milwaukee lmao
Nice job and thank you for the instruction!
Awesome thank you sir
I used my 1/4 drive 12mm socket and a long extension and got to those nuts on the egr no problem. Hopefully this helps someone. ;)
Nice! I need some smaller sockets. I don’t have much 1/4 drive tools. I need to boost up my collection. Thanks for the comment!
@@Dubya what else seemed helpful was, I used a long extension, but it had the wobble end, so that acted like a swivel and gave me just enough to bust it loose. A spritz of some good ol' PB beforehand as well makes life easier. I have been using harbor freight more and more for small tools. They are inexpensive and have decent warranty.
@@lifes_calling6981 I tried something similar but without some PB beforehand and actually snapped the wobble end of one of my HF extensions
they were cool about replacing the set though, and I went with a 3/8 this time which barely fit but got the job done
@@BoboBublz ouch. Good thing the extension broke and not the stud ;)
@@Dubya if you own a Honda they are good to have
does it matter which way you set the fel-pro gasket down?
If I remember right it was the same on both sides and symmetrical so no.
@@Dubya right on thanks for the reply I appreciate it
Was here too! ✌👍🏻
I don’t know anything so I’m gonna ask this question: should we drain all of the oil out before we do this? I’ve got oil coming out all over the place and I’m thinking this might be it. I’m gonna go out and take a look.
No the plug sits above the resting oil level. There's no need to drain the oil.
@@Dubya Thank you!
Did anyone have a problem with that bolt colser in between the cap and egr ??? I bought the suggested 5 nut kid to get it loose and instead it’s all stripped. What does anyone suggest?
What is that piece that looks like a filter that you replaced the gasket from
The EGR valve?
Great video very informative bro thanks
I have the exact leak... Thank you Man !!!
You actually don’t have to move the EGR to replaced that cam bore plug. All you need is a flat tip screw driver.
I know I wanted to change that gasket too and it makes it a lot easier. Both places are common oil leaks.
Dubya most definitely, those engines leak oil from every seal down to the oil pump housing. Not to mention the head gasket issues. In my opinion, the worst engine Honda has ever had. Removing the EGR is the right way to do it though, it’s if you’re experienced with it, you tend to find short cuts.
Why do you replace 2 parts an only give one part #?
Where else can it leak from in that general area I have a leak on my 02 ex but it's coming from about around the vtec solenoid area I was thinking the solenoid gasket any thoughts ?
I'm having the same pro.
It’s right there by all that. I would change your EGR gasket. Or it could be your valve cover gasket. That’s a common leak and an easy fix.
Yeah got it fixed thanks !
2003 honda civic doesn't have egr valve? Please correct me I can't find on mine ...
The EL2 was from 01-05 with the 05 having some different body styles. Your bay should look just like the engine bay in the video unless it had an engine swap at some time
It's found only on engines with the variable valve timing (VTEC) feature.
I know this is an old video, but you don't have to remove the EGR to take the plug off and install the new one. Nice video!
I know i wanted to change that gasket anyway. Made the job alot easier too. Thanks
I had the same problem getting the nuts off in my car. I got lucky on the outer nut. For that b*tch of an inner nut - I used a hammer to slam the ratchet extension as straight as I could and (on day 2) I finally caught enough of the nut to get it off. THANK GOD. Honda is great but they had so many chances to make this easier. Shame on Honda.
My valve was absolutely riddled with carbon btw and seized. At least it was a much needed repair
It was a pain to get loose. I think if I had a 1/4” set at the time with a swivel I would of been fine.
@@Dubya I feel the same way but I'm not sure it would have seated properly even with a proper sized swivel. The whole stud came out with the nut so I guess mine seized in some way. When I put both nuts back in I just tightened them enough for a decent seal. So if I need to get it off again it should be pretty simple
Nice yeah it was in a pretty tight spot
Around how much would be the labor for this? Not including the parts ill prob buy . thanks ! Honda civ02 ..im gonna atleast find out where this damn leak is coming from...lot of oil...
I fixes that leak with a brass seal and silicon. The it started leaking from the valve cover bolts 😢
Why did you use M8-1.25 mm nut, which appears to be 8mm, to replace 12mm nuts, or I missed something?
The M8 x 1.25 has to do with the tread size. M8 mean 8mm diameter of the threaded part not what size socket you'll need. Good question
Got it. Thank you!
Did you replace bolts as well?
2:40 I don't think those are that easy to replace. I did not replace them.
Thank you for your answer! I have the same problem, ordered all of the parts and will use your video as a tutorial - I really appreciate your detailed story! However, I am still have some questions about the procedure. I see you used a high-temp sealant for the EGD valve gasket. Did you apply it on both sides of the gasket or on only one of them? If only one, why didn’t you apply it on the other? Connections of metal to metal does not seem to be sealed by self and needs sealant always, but this is my prospective and I can be wrong.
Good job but no need for the sealer on the egr gasket 😃
Yeah just additional protection lol
Nice thank! I use a wrench to take them out, it got lose quick.
Thanks , I learned alot , 👍
I did this a bit back,leaking stopped then after a month or so started leaking again, maybe a defective seal?
It could be. Mine didn’t leak again.
Check your valve cover gasket
@@Dubya I took it off and added a thin layer of that gasket maker goop, all good!
Good deal. Yeah I put on that high heat seal.
Calling nuts bolts the whole time. Thanks for the info tho
Haha I know. I beat myself up for that every time I watch it
Changed that plug like 3 times already and it’s still leaking
I changed the cap but didn't move all that
Awesome! I needed to change my EGR gasket though, so that’s why I took it off.
Where did you get your Value Cover from the red one
I’m not sure what your asking…
No u-joint?
Great vid, Sir. Very informative and detailed.
bernincoal1 thank you!
Why does that plastic plug even exist? 😀 What is it good for?
Thank for the video, ill try to replce both seals tomorrow.
I have no idea!
No reason in my opinion maybe it's where the distributor use to be in older versions of this engine. Honda made some really silly engine designs over the years especially with plug wells which caused them to leak like hell
would a crow's foot work on those EGR nuts?
I didn’t think of that. There might be enough room..
Thank you , it help me a lot......
Muchas gracias.
Luis Palomino De Nada
Gracias amigo por tu video me enseño mucho
De nada!
Use craftsman when I used cheap tools to do my head gasket I kept stripping the bolts
Craftsman is cheap tools
Craftsman when it comes to power tools I think can be commonly agreed upon as not being close to the very best- and they probably do lean toward the cheaper side of these things in their market class considered...
However, I think they certainly still do, and for the most part always have, made very decent mechanics hand tools overall. Though generally not regarded as very expensive or among the most impressive to the common man, these of which I really don't think are regarded or known by most to be "cheap tools" though either. That goes for both the literal price tag averages, as well as for the general build quality concerning their mechanics hand tools overall 🤙
Craftsman like everything else ain't what they used to be, they started making them in Japan usually cheaper made is just that. I think its more the 12 point socket, why they still make them I'm not sure. Go with 6 point, a lot more contact area almost impossible to round nuts or bolts, if you have a good straight fit & not seized up might get by with junk 12 pt. Thats my opinion.
Whats the plug part name??
It’s in the video description
I just bought a valve cover gasket kit lol after close inspection I noticed it was leaking from these things lol
I did the same thing
Same 😭😭😭
Yup me too
BOLT?? THOSE ARE NUTS. AND A 1/4 DRIVE SOCKET FITS JUST FINE. NO EXTRACTION KIT NEEDED
Why are we talking in all caps lol. I switch those terms all the time and I didn’t have my 1/4 drive set with me.
Pound and a bear hug.
Now i kno how 2 fix my honda. Thx!
What is the parts called?
Check the video description for details and link for the parts used.
Use an extension or a swivel?
I used both to be able to get to those nuts, but if your swivel is too big it wont fit. I recommend using a 1/4 drive. It might fit in that location a little better.
Yes sir. Love your engine bay it’s clean. Would you post the link to your air intake ?
@@SvoBrianRobles it was just an Ebay cold air. Then i made it into a short ram. i can find one that is similar but the one i have is about three years old.
www.ebay.com/itm/01-05-Honda-Civic-Automatic-1-7L-Red-Cold-Air-Intake-Stainless-Steel-Filter/152579109106?fits=Year%3A2002%7CModel%3ACivic%7CMake%3AHonda&hash=item23866c70f2:g:UP8AAOSwvU5XNEGd
Good video
What happen if it's leaking you don't replace the gaskets ?
You have to keep adding oil or you run low on oil and risk damaging your engine.
Yeah rule of thumb anything that leaks, fix it fast or it will get expensive. Honda’s last forever as long as they are sealed. I got a 03’ Si did all the seals, timing belt, water pump, new plugs, new drive belts. It runs like a champion, still quick and handles awesome. The mileage is at 370K Kms... amazing car..
@@asteiner9181 bro if the crankshaft seal has been replaced but still sometimes leaks slowly why is that? I am talking about the seal in the timing belt and water pump area ...also my car sometimes spits oil on air box filters and engine cover I have no idea why...
@@mercpindi5522 did U do the camshaft seals too? When u do the timing belt and water pump.. the crank seals and camshaft seals have to be replaced. Replace the PCV and EGR valve too and see if there’s still leaks.
@@asteiner9181 yes cam seal it cost me llike 7$ from napa installed it myself. My car doesn't have egr its a non vtech and pcv valve I didn't install it.
Radio code?
Never needed one. I had an aftermarket radio. I hope you figured it out.
Nuts ot bolts
Just replaced mine last month when I noticed it started leaking
No more leaks
BUENO video GRACIAS 🖒👍
De Nada
You know there is a difference between Nuts & Bolts right ?!
Lol yes I beat myself up when I watch this video. This was my first video
The 1 in the back didn't strip got it off no problem the 1 in the front I stripped had to go buy and extractor even then the whole bolt ame up the nut was still on there 😂😂😂
This is happening to me! First mechanic fixed a leak but said there was other possible leaks. Took car to other mechanic and he said it's the valve gasket. So it's probably this, or value gasket.
wobble extension .........your welcome
It was still too bulky to fit.
People forget that's not a bolt it's a nut
you dont have to take that off to remove or install the plug and your air intake now takes hot air from the engine bay instead of cooler air from under the wheel well...you kids never learn
Obviously but it’s easier and I shortened the intake because it was sucking in water.
Take away the thermostat ,its enough room to take the locknut out assembly.
That is a Nut , not a Bolt. 🙃
Yeah I know. I’ve gotten so many comments about it. I don’t have an excuse lol. Whoops
Those are NUTS not BOLTS!
Why would you listen to anybody that doesn’t know the difference between a bolt and a nut?
Am I the only one who saw a crack next to the cap?
Where?
@@Dubya to the left of the cap, there's a little crack
That’s an oil stain. That’s not a crack
Crows feet dog
I know. I didn’t have any
@@Dubyadidn't have any or didn't think of it? You have said both now. Here's a lil tip for you, get all 6 pt sockets stay away from 12 pt they probably round off more nuts & bolts than anything else
there's so much oil all over my engine I don't know where the leak is coming from I'm hoping to God that this is the solution to my problem
Me to 😩
Spray it down with engine cleaner/degreaser, let it sit for a few minutes, then hose it down. Then drive it around for a little while and check for leak(s). I did this and confirmed that I have the same leak as in the video.