thanks for the quick response.
You didn't mention anything about detataching anything else from the engine to take the cover off. Haynes manual does not focus on the cover gasket as a problem, so I'm not sure how long it might take, but I'll figure it out when I work on the car next weekend.
thanks again.
"jodenesparks" sez:
I have a 95 toyota pickup 22R-E
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> oil seems to be leaking from 3 of the 4 bolts on the top of the engine.
(I'm not sure what the proper name is). two sit next to the oil filter cap and the other two are on the opposite end of the engine.
> on my most recent oil change, i was told that oil was leaking and my valve
needs to be replaced. I don't know the specific parts but I was quoted that parts & labor for a the item circled is "valve gasket". It would come to $195. Now I'm beginning to understand that this is a difficult job for a beginner requiring engine removal. Is this correct?
No, what needs replacing is the valve cover gasket. You seem to have that mixed up with replacing the valves ...
I would appreciate any pointers for better diagnosing the problem, as I'm
not sure what exactly which valve it is or if its all the valve components.
I would also appreciate any possible ideas on a remedy for the leak.
All that entails is removing the cover by removing those 4 bolts, taking the old gasket material out, cleaning out the oil/crud from the gasket channel, putting new gasket in with perhaps a bit of RTV sealer and bolting the cover back on.
Good wrenchin' to ya, VLJ