OEM Nissan Cylinder Head & Valve Cover Gasket

The valve cover gasket in your engine fails -- or worse, the engine's head gasket blows -- and the damage it can cause can be catastrophic. Replace them both before repair bills start to run up: shop for replacements with us online, here at Nissan USA. They're genuine OEM Nissan -- so, top-quality and warranty-backed -- and we ship all over the US. Order today, and contact us with any questions.

Nissan Cylinder Head & Valve Cover Gaskets FAQ

What are the Signs My Nissan Head Gasket Has Blown?

A Check Engine light on the dash, white smoke in the exhaust, bubbling radiator and coolant reservoirs, low coolant levels without an obvious leak (or because of oil and/or coolant leaking from the gasket itself), white motor oil, and a loss of engine power. In such cases, you should shut down your engine, run a full inspection, and do a cooling system test to help rule out problems with things like the radiator and water pump. Important: don't try to release any pressure from the gasket.

How Can I Tell if a Valve Cover Gasket in My Nissan is Bad?

Look for the symptoms. Besides obvious cracks, they include oil leaks, low levels of engine oil, the smell of oil burning, a misfiring or stuttering engine, rough idling, and worsening engine performance overall.

How Much Does Nissan Cylinder Head & Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Cost on Average?

According to RepairPal, valve cover gasket replacement might run $250 to $300 plus. Head gasket replacement, on the other hand, may run $2,000 or more -- sometimes, upwards of $2,200 plus. The cost depends on Nissan model, too. Nissan Altima valve cover gasket replacement, for example, can run $145 to $180. Replacing the head gasket in one, for another example, may run $1,950 to $2,275 or more.