Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Process Step by Step

The valve cover gasket is a small gasket located on top of the engine. Its primary function is to seal the gap between the valve cover and the cylinder head. This gasket prevents oil from leaking out of the valve cover and keeps the engine oil within the engine. With long time usage valve cover gasket can be a leak. In a leaking condition also you will able to manage to use the existing gasket. If you face oil leaking from the gasket you have to change the gasket. So, you should have knowledge about Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Process. This article gives a better understanding.

Can You Replace the Valve Cover Gasket?

If you have the right tools and little knowledge of automobiles. You can change the gasket without any help. But the vehicle to vehicle Valve Cover Gasket shape is different. The mounting method of the engine head is also different. So, if you are not familiar with automobiles you can go to an automobile repair shop. However, the below process steps will help you to understand the process.

Tools Requirement

For valve cover gasket replacement, You will need the following tools and items.

• New valve cover gasket
• Socket and ratchet set
• Screwdrivers (flat-head and Phillips)
• Gasket scraper or razor blade
• Clean lint-free cloth or rags
• RTV silicone sealant
• Torque wrench

Torque wrench and ratchet sizes can be changed with vehicle and engine types.

Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Process Steps

Valve Cover Replacement has the following basic steps.

• Prepare the vehicle
• Locate the valve cover
• Remove spark plug wires or ignition coils
• Remove the valve cover bolts
• Remove the old gasket
• Clean and inspect
• Apply RTV sealant
• Install the new gasket
• Reinstall the valve cover
• Tighten the bolts

Then you can reconnect the spark plug wires and battery. Finally, you can check the functionality of the engine.

Prepare the vehicle and Locate the valve cover

First, you need to park the vehicle on a flat surface and engage the parking brake. Then you can disconnect the battery if needed. Then open the hood and find the valve cover on top of the engine.

Remove Spark Plug wires, Valve Cover Bots, and Old gasket

The second step is Carefully to disconnect and remove the spark plugs and label them. labeling is very important for reassembling. then remove the bolts using a ratchet. finally, lift off the valve cover and remove the old gasket.

Cleaning and Apply New Gasket

The third step is clean the valve cover and cylinder head mating surfaces and check for damage. Then you can apply sealant if required. Finally, you can apply a new valve cover gasket.

Reassemble all the Parts and Check the Engine Performance

After replacing the valve cover gasket, Now you can reassemble the valve cover, spark plug wires, and battery. Finally, you can check the engine. Make sure you have tightened all the bolts with the required torque.

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