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E46 M54 valve cover gasket replacement cost
M54 (2.5L / 3.0L inline-6), also M52TU
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| Price | Shop | Vehicle / scope | Location | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $599 | Shop type n/a paid |
2002 M3 (S54) $516 labor plus $83 parts · not used in range: M3 (S54 engine) |
— | ~2020 | r/e46 |
| $450 | Dealer quote |
323Ci Valve cover gasket (approximate figure) |
— | n/a | E46 Fanatics |
| $150 | Independent paid |
323Ci Labor only, owner supplied the parts · not used in range: labor only, customer-supplied parts |
— | n/a | E46 Fanatics |
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Symptoms
- Oil seeping around the edge of the valve cover
- Burning-oil smell or light smoke from the exhaust side after driving
- Oil in the spark plug wells, which can cause misfires
- Oily residue on the exhaust manifold heat shield
Which cars are affected
1999–2006 E46 323i/328i (M52TU) and 325i/325xi/325Ci/330i/330xi/330Ci (M54).
Most shops replace the gasket, the spark plug well seals and the cover bolt grommets together. The plastic valve cover itself can warp or crack on older cars, which adds parts cost.
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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.