Spark plug problem

Tiny
JACK RAY
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  • 2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA
  • 4.7L
  • V8
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 15 MILES
I was checking my spark plugs the other day. I when I pulled the ignition coil out of number six, it looked funny. I smelled it and it smelled a little but like either oil or gas. When I looked inside, I saw a small puddle of oil in the bottom. The spark plug is fried, too. The end of the ignition coil where to boot sits looked like it got shot. Burned real bad. I know how to change the coils and plugs, but what could be the cause of that puddle of oil in the bottom, and how do I fix it?
Friday, March 16th, 2018 AT 8:46 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Leaking spark plug tube seals inside the valve covers would cause that. To repair it you remove the valve covers and replace the cover and plug seals.
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Friday, March 16th, 2018 AT 9:44 AM
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JACK RAY
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Got it. Thanks!
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Friday, March 16th, 2018 AT 9:46 AM

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