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Ortopia Valve Cover Gasket Replacement for 12341-PLC-000 D17 1.7L — Open-Box, 20% Off
Brand: Ortopia
Condition: Used - Mint
$1353
$1688
-20% Save $335
Updated: 20 days ago
Description
Same Spec, Smarter Spend – This Ortopia valve cover gasket is built to the same sealing specification as OE 12341-PLC-000. Designed exclusively for Honda 7th generation Civic 1.7L D17 series SOHC engines—D17A1, D17A2, D17A6, D17A7. Pre-formed rubber construction ensures a proper seal. No downgraded materials, no shortcuts. The difference? You pay for the engineering, not the dealership markup.
Problem & Solution – Addresses oil seeping from the valve cover area, oil collecting in spark plug wells causing misfire, and burning oil smell after driving. The D17 SOHC engine routes spark plug tubes through the valve cover—a hardened gasket can allow oil to seep into the wells, fouling ignition coils and triggering P0300-P0304 misfire codes. This OEM-spec gasket restores the sealing function, keeping oil away from plugs and ignition components. No more misfire codes, no more oil contamination.
D17 Engine Only – Direct-fit for Honda 7th generation Civic 1.7L D17 series SOHC 16-valve engines. Compatible with 2001-2005 Civic DX/LX/VP, EX, HX, GX, and 2001-2005 Acura EL. Fits D17A1, D17A2, D17A6, and D17A7. Does NOT fit Civic Si with K20 2.0L engine or 1.3L hybrid models. For full engine/VIN matrix, see product description.
Buyer's Checklist – Confirm: ① Your Civic is a 2001-2005 7th generation with the 1.7L D17 engine—not the 2.0L K20 Si or 1.3L hybrid; ② Your engine code is D17A1, D17A2, D17A6, or D17A7. Check VIN 8th digit: 1 = D17A1 (DX/LX/VP), 2 = D17A2 (EX VTEC), 6 = D17A6 (HX VTEC-E), 7 = D17A7 (GX CNG). Warning: if your VIN 8th digit is S (2.0L K20A3 Si) or P (1.3L hybrid), this gasket will NOT fit. The D17 engine has a unique valve cover bolt pattern—one VIN check is all it takes.
Installation Workflow – ① Allow engine to cool, disconnect battery. Remove engine cover and air intake ducting as needed. ② Disconnect spark plug wires or coil packs, unclip PCV hose and wire harness from valve cover. ③ Remove valve cover bolts in criss-cross pattern, lift off cover carefully. ④ Remove old gasket and clean sealing surfaces thoroughly—use a plastic scraper, never gouge aluminum. ⑤ Place new Ortopia gasket into cover groove, ensuring it is fully seated. ⑥ Position cover on head, hand-start all bolts, torque criss-cross to 7 ft-lbs (10 Nm). Reconnect components, check for leaks after warm-up.
Product Technical Specifications Engine Application: Honda D17 Series 1.7L SOHC 16-Valve L4 OEM References: 12341-PLC-000, 12030-PLC-000, VS50606R Gasket Material: Pre-formed Rubber Kit Contents: Valve Cover Gasket Cylinder Head Type: SOHC (Single Overhead Cam) Valves per Engine: 16 Critical: D17 Engine ONLY — Does NOT fit K20 (Si) or 1.3L Hybrid models Complete Verified Fitment Matrix (Engine, VIN Referenced) Compatible with Acura EL 2001-2005 – 1.7L D17A2 (VIN 2) – SOHC 16V – FWD (Canadian Market) Compatible with Honda Civic 2001-2005 – 1.7L D17A1 (VIN 1) – SOHC 16V – FWD (DX, LX, VP; Non-VTEC) Compatible with Honda Civic 2001-2005 – 1.7L D17A2 (VIN 2) – SOHC 16V – FWD (EX; VTEC) Compatible with Honda Civic 2002-2005 – 1.7L D17A7 (VIN 7) – SOHC 16V – FWD (GX; CNG Natural Gas) Compatible with Honda Civic 2001-2005 – 1.7L D17A6 (VIN 6) – SOHC 16V – FWD (HX; VTEC-E Lean Burn) Objective Facts for Professionals This Ortopia valve cover gasket matches the sealing performance of OEM 12341-PLC-000 for the Honda 7th generation Civic 1.7L D17 series SOHC engines. The gasket sits between the valve cover and cylinder head, keeping oil away from spark plug wells—a critical function on D17 engines where plug tubes are integrated into the cover. This gasket fits all D17 variants: D17A1 (Non-VTEC), D17A2 (VTEC), D17A6 (VTEC-E), and D17A7 (CNG). It does NOT fit the 2.0L K20 engine in Civic Si models or the 1.3L hybrid. Verify your VIN 8th digit before installation. The result is a proper seal and clean ignition components. No overclaim; just a correctly specified gasket replacement.
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Product Details
- SKU:
- awhd-us-b0b2wls6jp
- Model:
- 12030-PLC-000,VS50606R
- Country:
- US
- ASIN:
- B0B2WLS6JP
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