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1998 BMW 520 Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas.
Mileage: 135,000 miles.

Asked on August 22, 2012

Rocker cover gasket leaking

Changed Rocker cover gasket on 1998 bmw e39, but it has failed after two weeks and oil is leaking from one corner. Any possible solution? or anything i am missing.
Avatar Asked by yadsingh4615

Answer

Replied on August 22, 2012

Recheck the torquing.
Ensure the gasket is seated correctly. Did you clean the cover throughly? Any residual gasket stuck to cover can result in leakages.
Check for cracks at the cover.

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