Is it necessary to replace the valve cover?

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Alan
07/30/25 12:52am
The valve cover does not necessarily need to be replaced. If the valve cover is leaking oil, simply replacing the sealant is sufficient. If there are no issues, replacement is not required. Additional information: 1. Introduction to the valve chamber: In engine structure, the cavity space where the valve ends are located is called the valve chamber. In most automotive engine structures, the valve ends are connected to the camshaft via tappets or pushrods; the camshaft controls the valve movement, and in modern engines, the camshaft is more commonly positioned above the cylinder head. 2. Possible causes of valve chamber oil leakage may include: (1) Aging and brittleness of the valve cover gasket, which loses its sealing ability and leads to oil leakage. (2) Blockage of the crankcase forced ventilation valve, causing an increase in crankcase pressure, which then releases pressure through the valve cover gasket or other weak points, resulting in oil leakage.
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