Leaking valve cover gasket for 98 E320

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steveltx

Discussion Starter · Oct 11, 2010

Hi all,

The valve cover gasket of my 98 E320 is leaking a lot of oil. I am thinking about replacing the gasket myself. I read the article in the DIY section. I has very detailed description of the procedure and nice pictures but it missed the most important part which is the location of the bolts that holds down the cover and the picture of surrounding area of the bolt.

I tried to loosen a bolt that I though it might be the one that holds down the valve cover but I couldn't do it. I have the special star socket and the extension bar but the angle was just not right for me to apply the force.

I need the help to identify the bolts that holds down the cover.

Thanks for your help.

Steve

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Figu

· #5 · Oct 20, 2010

steveltx said:
I noticed that there are 4 star shape bolts a little bit down the valve cover and they are probably the bolts I am looking for.

It looks like the valve cover is not too difficult to remove. Any suggestion is appreciated.

Steve

Hi Steve.
I had the same problem as you, leaking gasket, and R&R the valve cover gasket using the procedure in the stickies by Bansai:

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w21...0-egr-line-malfunction-error.html#post3908696

It was not difficult at all, just remove the torx screws (star shaped), and follow the directions.
I recommend that, when you have removed the valve cover, also clean the breather holes (just in case they are obstructed). Mine was obstructed and was the cause of white/blue smoke, that dissappears after the cleaning of the holes.
2 problems solved with 1 job

Regards,
Figu

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