Need to identify this part just above dipstick which is leaking oil?

Tiny
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  • 2011 HONDA ACCORD
  • 3.5L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 283,000 MILES
On my car listed above EX-L model, I see oil leaking on this part just above the dipstick mounted to the head, it has three bolts and two electrical connections (one green and one black). I'm trying to identify it so I can get a new gasket for it. In this picture my screwdriver is pointing to the part, what is this?
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Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 AT 12:53 PM

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Tiny
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That part is called a "front rocker arm oil pressure control solenoid" here is how to change it out. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Monday, February 24th, 2025 AT 11:53 AM
Tiny
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I'm not sure that's the part I'm referring to. I found this video on YouTube that shows the part which is leaking the oil - Honda J-Series V-tec Solenoid Oil Leak Explained & Fix Spool Valve https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk4pk9_z8NI&list=WL&index=17&t=315s. Here's a pic with it off the engine.

Thanks, Bruce
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Monday, February 24th, 2025 AT 1:07 PM
Tiny
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Yes, they call this many different things, but the technical term is "front rocker arm oil pressure control solenoid"
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Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 AT 9:32 AM

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