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Valve cover gasket

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Did you have it serviced by a dealership?
They may not have replaced the gasket, or torqued the bolts down properly.


Generally if it leaks you need to replace it.
When you replace it use new razor blade, brake cleaner, paper towels, and Qtips to clean out all the holes.
When you reassemble it use a drop of medium loctite and torque the cleaned tiny bolts properly.
It should never leak again.
Always use an original gasket, or a Felpro gasket as an alternative if available.
While you have it opened up might be a good time to check the valve gap.
 
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