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What is Engine Valve Cover with Gasket?
A valve cover bolts over the internal combustion engine's cylinder head. The gap between the rest of the engine block and the valve cover is sealed using a valve cover gasket, while a valve cover breather can be located at the top. A valve cover gasket seals the valve cover to the top portion of the engine cylinder head. The gasket prevents motor oil from leaking out as it travels around the camshafts, rockers and valves.
This Engine Valve Cover with Gasket fits for the following vehicles:
2007 - 2012 Sentra L4 2.5L
2007 - 2013 Altima L4 2.5L
Replaces Original Equipment (OE) number:
- 13264-JA00A
- 13270JA00A
- CNVG-D1230
How to Replace Engine Valve Cover with Gasket?
Step 1: The first step may be the last step. Before tearing everything apart, first try gently cinching down the valve cover bolts or use a torque wrench. Over-tightening bolts will not stop bad gaskets from leaking. Aluminum valve covers can crack. Steel valve covers can warp. Monitor oil level after tightening. Move on to step two if oil is still leaking.
Step 2: Allow the engine to cool. Consult the service manual or instructions for valve cover removal. Remove throttle cables, spark plug brackets, PCV hoses and anything else in the way. Remove the valve cover bolts.
Step 3: Lift off the valve cover. Tapping with a rubber mallet can help loosen the valve cover’s grip. Be extremely careful not to drop anything into the engine. If a nut or bolt falls into the engine there will be a lot more work to do. Even an old newspaper tented over the engine can help stop this from happening.
Step 4: Remove the old valve cover gasket and install the new one. The valve cover shown here is cast aluminum and has a groove in which the gasket sits. If scraping is required, do not use metal scrapers on aluminum valve covers or cylinder heads. Use plastic to prevent leak-causing nicks. Also note the new grommets on valve cover bolts.
Step 5: Apply silicone only where required. Do not use silicone or sealer unless the service manual or gasket instructions say to use it. Clean all oil off all surfaces before applying silicone. Allow silicone to cure before starting engine.
Step 6: Install the valve cover with the new gasket and tighten bolts to the recommended torque. Valve cover bolts don’t require too much twist. A torque wrench and service manual will eliminate guesswork. Install everything you removed to get at the valve cover.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
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