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Replace the valve cover when you notice oil leaking from the top of the engine or a cracked gasket, since it seals in oil and keeps the engine clean and running properly.

• Replacement sign: Oil leaking from the top of the engine, a burning-oil smell, or a cracked cover and gasket.
• Approximate lifespan: Typically lasts the life of the engine, while the gasket usually needs replacing every 100,000 to 150,000 km.
• Install requirement: Requires professional installation with bolts torqued to the manufacturer's specified value.

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