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Old 29th May 2022, 09:49 PM
Audifan Audifan is offline
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Thanks for all the above info MJ.

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Originally Posted by MikkiJayne View Post
Oil on the plugs on a V8 is quite rare as it can't get in via the cam cover gasket like on the V6. The only route really is if the spark plug tube isn't seated in the head properly. Clean it and see if it comes back
I'm guessing the spark plug tube is screwed into the cylinder head? Or is it pushed into it?

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Oil level sensor in the sump
Is it worth the troubles cutting this wire harness and install wire pigtail connectors like these? Reason why I'm thinking about doing this is because it will make easier to disconnect this harness and move it out of the way when removing the cam cover and when reinstalling the cam cover.




What is this sensor for?
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