1998 Mercedes Benz E320 Valve Cover Gasket

1998 MERCEDES BENZ E320
175,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
JEFF HAYDEN
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
I notice an occasional smell of oil burning and experience a slow leak between oil changes. Very little is visible below car so I feel like this may be a slow valve cover leak that is being burned off on the manifold. I wanted to find information about valve cover gasket replacement or other potetial causes of this problem.
Aug 2, 2010 at 8:38 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
MHPAUTOS
  • ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 31,937 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
Hi there,

If you remove the air filter housing you should be able to see any weeping from the rocker cover, this is a rubber type gasket so you may be able to just nip the bolts down a little if there is any evidence of leaking, look at this first.

mark (mhpautos)
Aug 3, 2010 at 5:20 AM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.