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What is it?
Valve cover is typically mounted to the cylinder head through a series of bolts and a rubber gasket. If the valve cover becomes loose or if the gasket material fails, the oil will begin to leak. Most valve covers will start leaking slowly without any effect on the engine. Over time, the leak will become larger and the engine oil will begin to coat different parts on the outside of the engine. If the leak continues for a long period of time, it may start to affect the way the engine runs.
If the valve cover is leaking, you will need to replace it. Failure to replace the gasket can result in issues ranging from burning smells to engine misfires and can even cause a fire to occur. Therefore, you need to service your vehicle yourself or inspect it often. When you notice drops of oil on the ground, smoke coming from under the hood once the engine is warm, or even get a strong smell of burning oil, you'd better to replace your valve cover.
Customers can find the product you need accurately according to the OE part number. This is a compatible replacement part manufactured our factory. Associated vehicle models and part numbers are used in this listing only to identify the vehicles this valve cover fits.
Replacement OE Part Number:
- 25198498
- 55573746
- 25198877
- 25198874
- 264-968 264968
For exact years and models, please check compatibility.
2011-2019 Chevy Cruze L4 83 1.4L (1364cc)
2016 Chevy Cruze Limited L4 83 1.4L (1364cc)
2012-2020 Chevy Sonic L4 83 1.4L (1364cc)
2013-2020 Chevy Trax L4 83 1.4L (1364cc)
2011-2015 Chevy Volt L4 85 1.4L (1398cc)
2013-2020 Buick Encore L4 83 1.4L (1364cc)
2014-2016 Cadillac ELR L4 85 1.4L (1398cc)
Put back the valve cover. Install the valve cover onto the cylinder head and install all the bolts starting them by hand until they are snug.
Tighten the valve cover bolts. Torque down all the valve cover bolts to manufacturer's specifications using your torque wrench.
Put back the ignition coils. Install the ignition coils back into the spark plug tubes.
Tighten the ignition coil mounting bolts. Install the ignition coil mounting bolts by hand until they are snug. Using your torque wrench, torque the ignition coil mounting bolts to manufacturer’s specifications.
Reinstall the electrical connectors. Install the electrical connectors onto the ignition coils by pressing them into place until you hear them snap and lock.
Check the engine oil level. Inspect the valve cover for any signs of oil leakage.
How to replace a valve cover?
Open the hood and allow the engine to cool off.
Disconnect connectors. Disconnect the connectors from the ignition coils by pressing on the locking tabs and pulling the connector from the coil.
Remove the mounting bolts. Use the ratchet and the appropriate socket to remove the ignition coil mounting bolts.
Remove the ignition coils. Remove the ignition coils by pulling them out of the valve cover.
Remove the valve cover mounting bolts. Use the ratchet and the appropriate socket to remove all the valve cover mounting bolts.
Take off the valve cover. Remove the valve cover from the cylinder head by using the screwdriver to pry it off.
Clean the valve cover. Use the brake cleaner to remove any oily residue from the surface.
Install the new valve cover gasket. Install the new valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals into the valve cover.
Add silicone sealant. Apply a thin layer of the silicone sealant to the cylinder head where it seals to the valve cover.
Addisu Ayalwe
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
Thank you
linda pitt-kalman
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2023
Price was very reasonable. Cover was broken in a spot that would not effect working. It was packaged broken due to no broken part in packaging. I did not have time to return and get another. But part works as described. Not real happy buying a broken part.
Brittany
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2023
My car runs great!
mario dominguez
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2023
Good
Oatmeal
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2021
Major leaks! Installed leaks came from bolts and oil cap. Tried test driving it and the pvc valve was bad. Contacted amazon they sent a replacement and replacement leaked worse. Not worth the hassle of returning this one again I went to another site and purchased a gm part installed and works great. No leaks engine is running right. Don’t be like me and try to save a couple bucks it’s not worth it pay the extra $30 to get oem part it will save you time and stress
SRDale
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2021
My husband was able to install it. He said the process was easy after watching a few videos. The price and convenience of ordering a part for a reasonable price was valuable.
Bethany Worthington
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2020
My boyfriend bought this for his 2012 chevy cruise and it fit perfectly. We bused the “used-like new” option for $31 and it looked brand new. It was awesome! I’d highly recommend. We saved sooo much money buying through Amazon.
Melissa
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2020
Would have spent more money to buy this at the auto part store and wouldn’t have gotten the gasket included. Arrived on time and great value!
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