Valve Cover Gasket Set Replacement for 12030-P2A-A01 D16 SOHC | D16 D15 SOHC Set, Civic 92-00, Civic del Sol 93-97, EL 97-00, D16Y8 D16Y7 D16Y5 D16Z6 D15Z1

Product Technical Specifications Engine Application: Honda D16 / D15 SOHC 16-Valve L4 (1992-2000) OEM References: 12030-P2A-A01, 12030-P2A-000, VS50500R Gasket Material: Pre-formed Molded Rubber Kit Contents: 1 Valve Cover Gasket, 4 Spark Plug Tube Seals, 5 Bolt Grommets Cylinder Head Type: SOHC (Single Overhead Cam) Valves per Engine: 16 Critical: D16 SOHC ONLY — Does NOT fit B16 (Civic Si), D17 (2001+), or K-series engines Complete Verified Fitment Matrix (Engine, VIN Referenced) Compatible with Acura EL 1997-2000 – 1.6L D16Y8 – SOHC 16V – FWD (Canadian) Compatible with Honda Civic 1996-2000 – 1.6L D16Y7 (VIN 2) – SOHC 16V – FWD (CX/DX/LX) Compatible with Honda Civic 1996-2000 – 1.6L D16Y8 (VIN 6) – SOHC 16V – FWD (EX) Compatible with Honda Civic 1996-2000 – 1.6L D16Y5 – SOHC 16V – FWD (HX VTEC-E) Compatible with Honda Civic del Sol 1996-1997 – 1.6L D16Y7/D16Y8 (VIN 2/6) – SOHC 16V – FWD Compatible with Honda Civic 1992-1995 – 1.5L D15Z1 – SOHC 16V – FWD (VX) Compatible with Honda Civic 1992-1995 – 1.6L D16Z6 – SOHC 16V – FWD (EX/Si) Objective Facts for Professionals This Ortopia valve cover gasket set matches the sealing performance of OEM 12030-P2A-A01 for Honda D16 SOHC engines. The set includes tube seals and grommets, which should always be replaced together to maintain proper bolt clamp load and prevent oil from entering the spark plug wells. It fits D16Y7, D16Y8, D16Y5, D16Z6, and D15Z1 engine codes. It does NOT fit the DOHC B16A2 in Civic Si or the later D17 engines. Verify your engine code before installation. The result is a correctly sealed engine and clean ignition components.

• Same Spec, Smarter Spend – This Ortopia valve cover gasket set is built to the same sealing specification as OE 12030-P2A-A01. Designed for Honda D16 series 1.6L SOHC engines—D16Y7, D16Y8, D16Y5. Set includes 1 molded rubber valve cover gasket, 4 spark plug tube seals, and 5 bolt grommets. No downgraded materials, no missing pieces. The difference? You pay for the engineering, not the dealership markup.
• Problem & Solution – Addresses oil leaking from the valve cover, oil collecting in spark plug wells causing misfire, and burning oil smell. The D16 SOHC engine routes spark plugs through the valve cover—aged tube seals can let oil seep in, fouling ignition wires and triggering P0300-P0304 misfire codes. This OEM-spec set restores the sealing function, keeping oil away from plugs and ignition components. No more misfire codes, no more oil consumption between changes.
• D16 SOHC Fitment – Direct-fit for Honda Civic 1996-2000 with D16Y7 (CX/DX/LX), D16Y8 (EX), D16Y5 (HX), Civic del Sol 1996-1997 S/Si, and Acura EL 1997-2000 1.6L. Also fits 1992-1995 Civic VX D15Z1 and EX/Si D16Z6. Includes 1 gasket, 4 tube seals, 5 grommets. Does not fit B16/B18/K20 engines or D17 (2001+). For full engine/VIN matrix, see product description.
• Buyer's Checklist – Confirm your engine code is D16Y7, D16Y8, D16Y5, D16Z6, or D15Z1—stamped on the engine block near the exhaust manifold. This set covers all 1.6L SOHC non-VTEC and VTEC variants (1992-2000 Civic, del Sol, EL). Important: If you have a Civic Si with B16A2 (DOHC) or a 2001+ Civic with D17, this set will NOT fit. Spark plug tube seals are included; replace them whenever the valve cover is removed.
• Installation Workflow – ① Allow engine to cool, disconnect battery, remove intake ducting. ② Disconnect spark plug wires, unclip harness brackets, remove valve cover bolts. ③ Lift cover, discard old gasket, tube seals, grommets. Clean sealing surfaces with a plastic scraper—do not gouge aluminum. ④ Press new tube seals into cover, seat new grommets, fit new gasket into groove. ⑤ Apply a small dab of Hondabond at the corners of the camshaft caps only. Place cover, hand-tighten bolts, then torque to 7 ft-lbs (10 Nm) in a criss-cross pattern. ⑥ Reinstall components, run engine, check for seepage after warm-up.