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Originally Posted by Whitecat
2 years ago I've changed my valve cover gasket and i have to change them again both !!  ... there is oil coming out of the valve spitting on my alternator... plus Alternator brush are quit finish - got the battery light ON and of course my dear friend SES light ON as well....starting to think to send the X to the retirement land.... |
When changing the valve cover gasket, apply a thin layer of pliable/non-hardening sealant on both surfaces. Also make sure to use the correct torque to tighten the bolts. If over-tightened, you risk crashing the gasket and it therefore start leaking sooner.
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'05 E53 X5 4.4i, '97 E39 528, '07 E92 335i, '16 F86 X6M.
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