Specification

Brand

MPN

MD321352, AW343777

Year

1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009

Make

, ,

Model

Avenger, Cirrus, Eclipse, Endeavor, Galant, Mighty Max, Montero, Montero Sport, Sebring, Stratus

Trim

All

Engine

All

Placement On Vehicle

Front

Fitment Type

Direct Replacement

Country/Region of Manufacture

Japan

Warranty

1 Year

Part Number

MD321352KIT, VS50461R MD198128 MD303148, AW343777

Condition

New

Fit In Five Steps

How to replace a Chrysler Rocker Cover Gasket?

1.Materials Needed & Monitor Leaking

The first step may be the last step. Before tearing everything apart, first, try gently cinching down the valve cover bolts or use a torque wrench. Over-tightening bolts will not stop bad gaskets from leaking. Aluminum valve covers can crack. Steel valve covers can warp. Monitor oil level after tightening. Move on to step two if oil is still leaking.

2.Remove Bolts & Rocker Cover

Allow the engine to cool. Consult the service manual or instructions for valve cover removal. This car is turbocharged and had a fair amount of plumbing in the way. Remove throttle cables, spark plug brackets, PCV hoses and anything else in the way. Remove the valve cover bolts. Lift off the valve cover. Tapping with a rubber mallet can help loosen the valve cover’s grip. Be extremely careful not to drop anything into the engine. If a nut or bolt falls into the engine there will be a lot more work to do. Even an old newspaper tented over the engine can help stop this from happening.

3.Remove Old Rocker Valve Cover Gasket

Remove the old valve cover gasket and install the new one. The valve cover shown here is cast aluminum and has a groove in which the gasket sits. If scraping is required, do not use metal scrapers on aluminum valve covers or cylinder heads. Use plastic to prevent leak-causing nicks. Also, note the new grommets on valve cover bolts.

4.Apply Silicon & Clean

Apply silicone only where required. Do not use silicone or sealer unless the service manual or gasket instructions say to use it. Clean all oil off all surfaces before applying silicone. Allow the silicone to cure before starting an engine.

5.Replace New Rocker Valve Cover Gasket

Install the valve cover with the new gasket and tighten bolts to the recommended torque. Valve cover bolts don’t require too much twist. A torque wrench and service manual will eliminate guesswork. Install everything you removed to get at the valve cover.

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1996-2009 Mitsubishi Chrysler Dodge 3.0L 3.5L V6 6G74 6G75 TH TJ TL Genuine Rocker Cover Gasket Kit
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