Today, we're replacing the valve cover gaskets and timing cover gaskets on my N62 powered, BMW 550i. This car had a healthy leak coming from the passenger side valve cover, so we went and replaced both sides! I'll put part numbers down below for everything you'll need, as well as some links to some tools to make the job easier. Hopefully this helps you replace your gaskets at home, and if you enjoyed the video be sure to leave a like below!

0:00 Introduction
2:15 Passenger Valve Cover
14:44 Driver Side Valve Cover
23:07 Final tips and tricks!

Parts Needed:
Left Valve Cover Gasket (Driver) - 11127513195
Right Valve Cover Gasket (Passenger) - 11127513194
Left Timing Cover Gasket - 11147506425
Right Timing Cover Gasket - 11147506424

While you're in there:
Spark plugs x8 - 12122158252
Eccentric Shaft Sensor Seal x2 - 11127518420
Camshaft Sensor Seal x4 - 12141748398
Spark plug tubes x8 - 11127570219
Valvetronic Motor O-ring x2 - 07119903596
Vanos Solenoid Seal (inner) - 11367546379
Vanos Solenoid Seal (outer) - 11367513222

Tools for the job:
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