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Valve cover gasket on 1994 2.3l engine

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Old Sep 20, 2022
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Valve cover gasket on 1994 2.3l engine

Need advice on replacing valve cover gasket on 1994 2.3l engine. What is the torque spec for those bolts and pattern to tighten them up? It looks a little wet around the gasket outside, but not dripping in anyway. Or do I just need to tighten those bolts up a bit.

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Old Sep 21, 2022
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I have used Fel-Pro gaskets over many years, have no complaints

Valve cover bolts are just "snug", 7ft/lb or 80in/lb
Over tightening will cause leaks

Wouldn't hurt to check each one for tightness

You start at a center bolt and alternate sides out to each end, like doing head bolts

Make sure PCV valve/system is working OK
PCV system creates a slight negative pressure in valve cover and oil pan areas, this help to prevent leaks in valve cover gaskets and oil pan gaskets
 
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