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| 08-30-2013, 05:43 PM | #1 |
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Seeping valve Gasket cover
with 69000 miles on the car..
Might check yours.... |
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Thus, I recommend you take a look at the gasket covering the eccentric shaft sensor. If its oily, or the plug is oily, chances are it will fail too. The sensor is not cheap ($300), but doing the same job twice is a pain and waste of time. |
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| 08-30-2013, 11:06 PM | #3 |
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Common issue on the n52, mind posting pics so others can see what to look out for?
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| 08-31-2013, 02:49 AM | #4 |
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When you guys are replacing your VCG (valve cover gasket) you might want to add a bead of Loctite #518(I think thats the number). This stuff can seal up to 3mm gaps and still hold up. BMW valve covers always seem to deform over time, warping. It also gets harder when it comes in contact with oil - making a very good VCG sealer. Even though BMW says not to use any sealers... I would.
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