VTEC problems don’t always mean replacing the entire VTEC assembly.

In this Inside the Brands episode, CRP Automotive looks at a common Honda and Acura issue caused by neglected oil changes: clogged or leaking VTEC spool filter gaskets and oil filter housing gaskets.

Honda and Acura VTEC systems rely on clean oil flow to function properly. When oil changes are skipped, small internal screens and gaskets can clog or leak, causing VTEC operation to fail and triggering a check engine light.

In the past, these small gaskets were often only available from the dealer. In some cases, the gasket wasn’t sold separately at all, forcing shops to replace the entire VTEC assembly just to fix a minor sealing issue.
This video explains:
– How oil neglect affects VTEC systems.
– Why clogged or leaking spool filter gaskets cause drivability issues.
– How replacing the gasket instead of the full assembly can save time and money.

CRP Automotive offers AJUSA VTEC spool filter gaskets and oil filter housing gaskets as individual service parts, giving technicians an alternative to unnecessary full assembly replacement.

If you work on Honda or Acura vehicles regularly, this episode highlights a simple fix that can prevent over-repair and keep costs under control.