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Want to learn more about Rocker Cover Gasket replacements?
Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.
What is the rocker cover gasket?
The rocker cover is the metal or composite cover on top of the engine that covers the rocker arms of the engine's cylinder head. The rocker cover gasket is sandwiched between the rocker cover and the cylinder head preventing oil leaks by sealing the two parts together.
What does a rocker cover gasket replacement involve?
There will be different requirement of the process depending on the engine manufacturer, but the basic requirement is similar as follows;
- Mechanic will inspect the rocker cover and the gasket.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the rocker cover gasket.
- Mechanic will clean the rocker cover.
- Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
- Mechanic will run the engine and check for any leaks.
Can I do a rocker cover gasket replacement myself?
Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a rocker cover gasket replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.
What are the symptoms of a bad valve cover gasket?
As the component is simple, there are only a couple of points to look for;
- Oil seeping out between the rocker cover and the cylinder head
- Oil evident in the spark plug or injector wells
- Oil burning smells from the top of the engine
How long does it take to change a rocker cover gasket?
A rocker cover gasket replacement typically takes 1.5 hours, but times can range from under 1 hour to 2.5 hours. Ultimately, the time that the job will take depends on a range of factors. For example, your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How often should I replace a rocker cover gasket?
If there is only a very small, damp oil area around the gasket, it may just need tightening down. However, anything more than that requires the rocker cover gasket to be replaced, and this should be done as soon as possible as it will only get worse.
How common is a rocker cover gasket replacement?
As every car pretty much has one and it is subject to expansion and contraction as the engine goes from cold to hot and back again, the most common cause of engine oil leaks is the rocker cover gasket.
Can I drive my car with a leaking valve cover gasket?
If you suspect there is any issue with your vehicle's valve cover gasket or there are concerns about its age or condition, book an inspection with a professional mechanic with immediate effect. Driving the vehicle with a leak from the valve cover gasket may lead to further complications and damage, a fire hazard may develop if oil leaks onto hot engine parts.
How much does it cost to replace a rocker cover gasket?
Prices for a rocker cover gasket replacement range from £65 to £210 with an average cost of £110. Ultimately, the cost of replacing the rocker cover gasket depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your rocker cover gasket replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!
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Mechanics that undertake rocker cover gasket work
- Blackfingers Mobile Mechanic Services, Norwich
- Brennan's Vehicle Services Ltd, Waltham Abbey
- Carbon Clean North West, Wigan
- Colinglen Auto Repairs, Belfast
- Dai Mechanical Services Limited, Swansea
- Eddie Mobile Mechanic, Walthamstow
- Lucas Garage Limited, High Wycombe
- Moor Lane Motors Ltd, Leeds
- Mtech Atvs, Redhill
- Ruislip Auto Services LTD, London
- The Weekend Auto, Basingstoke
- Tmg Car Sales, Ipswich, Suffolk
- Tristan's Autos, Potter Heigham
- Westbourne Motors, West Sussex