Apex AVS1003 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set - Intake and Exhaust

Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set for Honda and Acura

The Apex AVS1003 engine valve stem oil seal set is built for direct-fit service on a wide range of Honda and Acura applications. It is used on intake and exhaust valves to help maintain proper sealing in the cylinder head and support consistent engine operation.

Key Features

• Engine valve stem oil seal set for intake and exhaust valve service
• Fits a broad range of Honda Civic, Accord, CR-V, and Acura models
• Direct replacement for common valve stem seal service jobs
• Supports sealing at the valve guide area during cylinder head repair
• Part number AVS1003 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Apex AVS1003 is an engine valve stem oil seal set for intake and exhaust positions across many Honda and Acura engines. It is a practical choice for valve stem seal replacement during top-end engine service, cylinder head work, or oil consumption diagnosis. This part number, AVS1003, is listed for applications including 1990-2021 Honda Accord, 1988-2020 Honda Civic, 2002-2020 Honda CR-V, 2004-2014 Acura TSX, and other covered models.

Compatible vehicle coverage also includes Honda Fit, HR-V, Insight, Clarity, CR-Z, Crosstour, Element, S2000, Prelude, Odyssey, and Acura ILX, RDX, TLX, RSX, Integra, and CL. For buyers searching for a Honda valve stem oil seal set or Acura valve stem seal replacement, AVS1003 provides a fitment-focused solution for intake and exhaust valve service.

What It Is Used For

• Oil leakage past worn valve stem seals
• Blue exhaust smoke related to valve seal wear
• Oil consumption traced to the cylinder head area
• Valve train service during head rebuilds or resealing
• Restoring sealing performance on intake and exhaust valves

Installation Notes and Tips

Install during cylinder head service with the head removed and valves properly supported. Inspect valve guides, stems, and related sealing surfaces before assembly, and verify the application against the vehicle’s engine code and service information. Fits 1990-2021 Honda Accord, Intake and Exhaust; Fits 1988-2020 Honda Civic, Intake and Exhaust; Fits 2002-2020 Honda CR-V, Intake and Exhaust; Fits 2004-2014 Acura TSX, Intake and Exhaust.

Quality Assurance

Apex AVS1003 is cataloged for defined Honda and Acura fitments and identified by part number AVS1003 for application matching. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.