2006 Chevy AVEO Valve Cover Gasket DIY

A thorough walk through on replacing the Valve Cover Gasket on a 2006 Chevy AVEO. Other years similar, 1.6L DOHC Engine.
You'll also be able to easily access the spark plugs at this time along with the spark plug wires.
Thanks for watching.

[@victorvarsanyi6702]

I just changed my plugs wires and coil pack and oil was dripping off the plugs going need to replace this gasket myself glad it looks easy and straight forward thanks for the video

[@Grub370]

About to attempt this on my 2010 Aveo. Thanks for the tips bud!

[@glenncollins8518]

Thank you for a most professionally instructed video! You made doing the job easier to do. No filthy language that many use on such videos for the public that make difficult to listen. I will subscribe & watch your videos first, if you have any for my needs. Besides giving very important details to keep in mind for us, the video is well lit & focused to see what you want us to see for the task at hand. Thank you again.

[@princeherb6744]

Well guys sold my 06 chevy aveo 1.6 LT to a good buddy of mine even though I done alot of work to it I told him to let me hold onto it for a week or so... i changed the entire timing kit(water pump included again) and replaced every gasket from top to bottom and then gave it to him he asked why'd you do all that for free.. I said well I enjoy working on vehicles and itll save you alot of time in the future and plus I wouldnt do it for just anyone so as a past aveo owner I was happy with the all around overall of it but I'll be signing off today as a chevy aveo owner✊✊ FYI he bought the parts I just added the labor😁

[@davidlindsay7141]

Good video with a clear explanation. The blue perma-dry continuous gasket from Fel Pro should not need any sealant whatsoever though. But beware of Fel Pro calling their regular gaskets Perma dry because they will leak. As a rule, you use either a GOOD gasket OR a sealant, There should not be a need for both, But if leaks are persistent. and gaskets are not doing the job then by all means add sealant to the more uneven or leak-prone side. The Video is very correct when pointing out the incorrect application of RTV to the gasket being removed at the spark plug well location. I personally like the thick blue perma-dry gaskets but not a fan of Fel Pro otherwise. Sealed kits from Fel Pro are not returnable if they are opened even if they are short gaskets listed on the package or are regular gaskets marked Perma-Dry.

[@princeherb6744]

Advice To those that look to buy a early model chevy aveo with high mileage, dont get an aveo with anything smaller than the 1.6L engine, go ahead and change timing belt, both pulleys and water pump, change valve cover gasket and replace every vaccum hose id say within the first month of having the car trust me itll save you so much time and hassle

[@gabrielpichardo1492]

Great video , thanks!!! I was about to go out and do this same project but thanks to your video i realized i dont have any sealant for those tight corners. So i guess it might turn into next weekends project

[@arturoramirez3718]

Thank you very much, best video I found. Your information and detail are awesome. Nice job.

[@revellgordon1]

Really appreciate you taking time to make this, I've been looking for a while and yours is the best by far. Thank you very much, you got yourself a new subscriber, have a gr8 day.

[@JB-1138]

Dude, you rock! Thanks for this video. So much!

[@Octaviano.]

Thank you so much. Fixed my leak 👍

[@d.j.9961]

The metal clip that secures the sensor @ 1:43 reminds me of the coil pack harness on a 1st gen focus! Looks EXACTLY LIKE IT!!! Now, The old lady has a 07 Aveo 1.6-manual trans... Seeing what all it entails to do the timing belt/water pump & etc...

[@robpra116]

Thanks for the clear description 😊

[@homevideo3545]

Great video shows exactly how to do it yourself the right way the 1st time and very well explained best diy video.Thanks can't wait to do my 06 Chevy Aveo myself.

[@smokenbudesq]

NO NOT THE RIGHT WAY WILL LEAK AGAIN

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

This never leaked again after this project.

[@normasselin2901]

thank you..very helpful...my daughter will be happy her cars not leaking anymore ;)

[@bw6078]

Excellent video and attention to detail. Many thanks.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Thanks for your feedback. Glad this helped you!

[@alanbaryabbas885]

Thank you very much for your efforts on this video.

[@spencerdasilva]

I do not recommend the sandpaper. It will break off the sandpaper particles and get in to your engine. Probably will cause some minor damage till the filter catches it. If you insist on using sandpaper, i recommend you don't use that type of sandpaper because it is designed for woodworking. You should use instead the wet/dry type which usually had a grey/olive color paper backing as opposed the one you are using which is tan colored. Its less likely to loose its grit. Designed for sanding paint and bondo. Maybe go to a 600 or 800 grit would be smoother.

[@lions555]

Thx bro awesome video keep it real!

[@NickRoeder]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@RustyShacklification]

Working on this today, thanks so much for sharing this!

[@slimkamehameha9645]

This video just taught me something

[@bayfinest1938]

Hey have 2008 number 4 cylinder is bad do I have to replace it with a valve gastk

[@Sleon117]

Thanks for the video!

[@princeherb6744]

I had to change my valve cover gasket on my 2006 chevy aveo hatchback LT the previous owner put blue permatex gasket maker on the rubber gasket and thought it would work when i bought it it was using oil bad well found out the spark plugs were full of oil took off cover cleaned it really good put the rubber gasket on without ant rtv then changed plugs and wires and fixed the problem

[@jeehoonchoe3061]

Thank you for the Video. A lot help for my job. However, The Torque required for the valve cover bolts is 71 in-lb. according to an official manual. Not the 89 in-lb.The 89 in-lb is probably for the Valve Cover Ground Strap Bolts. Check it out! ^^

[@timnichols2820]

thanks man. wasnt sure how to get the plug out..saw the little metal clip...wonder how many people pull out on the clip and drop it in the motor lol. thanks BUNCHES

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Tim Nichols So glad this was helpful for you. Thanks for the feedback!

[@ron6376]

Good time to air blow out those spark plug wells with the spark cables removed. Replace the cover premira.

[@spencerdasilva]

So the section that I needed, you didn't film. The two hoses in the back. Particularly the breather tube on the left/passenger side is the one I was having trouble with. Although I did not see the clip on that same side near the electrical plug you disconnected, so that may have been part of the issue of my trouble.

[@mrpoohbearlvr]

Is that 'silver' 4 pointed 'cross' that is attached to the cover in the far left hand side (facing the engine) the PCV valve? At 11:51 on the video, it is sitting on top of your battery, that part. Is that it? I have a 2006 Aveo I had this gasket replaced, seems all the replacement gaskets are all bright blue! Mine is just like yours. I had the same oil on the top, around the spark plugs, and minor weeping of oil around the gasket. So i had it replaced. I replaced the sparkplugs a few days later, I put in Iridium ones, it runs like a 150HP car now:) BUT i have wanted to replace the PCV vale for a while, it has the OEM one in it, and it is so cheap to replace. I look up online and i see like 5 different designs, most look like they screw into some part of the engine and then a hose goes on the other end. BUT a few also look like that silver cross part of yours. So...is that our PCV valve, or what is it? It seems to depend on the year, 2006 is different from 04,05,07,08 etc...so can you tell me? Thanks.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

That is the PCV yes. I don’t have the car anymore, but I did not look closer at that valve when I had it. I’m not sure I’ll be a lot of help. Best of luck to you.

[@EyeintheSky999]

What is the just you put on in the specific locations Link would be awesome. The kit I ordered did NOT include o-rings so will get them before starting. You SAVED me from doing this again thinking it failed but would have been o-rings leaking.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Robert Cookson If I understand your question you’d like me to provide the parts kit I used. I used a Fel Pro Valve Cover Gasket Kit. I got it locally from a parts store. Sorry I don’t have the number for the kit. You definitely want to make sure to get those o-rings swapped. This area of an engine is always heat soaked and it slowly destroys any rubber component.

[@EyeintheSky999]

What is the sealer you used instead of RTV silicone and YES will get new o=rings

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Robert Cookson I believe I used red RTV.

[@jessecarlton2010]

I have a bad lifter or possibly lifters. Do you think it’s possible to do on this vehicle without removing the engine or head? Like using a magnet or grabber tool to get the old ones out and new In

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Sorry. I’m not sure on that exactly. I’m guessing the cams have to come off first and that requires the timing belt to come off. It’s less than work a whole engine or head removal but it’s still a bit of work.

[@RJ-md1in]

Thanks, I'm doing the same job on the same vehicle. How would you recommend removing oil from around the spark plugs

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Compressed air (with the old spark plugs still installed). If you don’t have compressed air it becomes a matter of trying to fish a paper towel or something down there to soak up as much as possible. Try not to get it into the spark plug hole tho. There’s probably other contaminants in that oil too.

[@princeherb6744]

After fixing the problem that cause oil in plugs and changing the plugs what i did because i didnt have a air compressor or tank i tokk a long 3/8 inch fuel line rubber hose and took like 20 qtips and put them together with a rubber band and stuck em in one end of the hose but make sure there in the hose like super tight then i sprayed the ends with brakleen and stuck it down the wells and carefully cleaned the oil out...this out of the blue method i used takes more time than compressed air but cleans it way better

[@MrFernandito85]

What was the black paste that u add before putting everything back!!

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

That is called “The Right Stuff” gasket maker. It’s only for those rounded areas at both ends of the camshafts. Not needed on the flat surfaces.

[@domls1317]

Can you leave the spark plugs in when taking the cover off? When do you clean the spark plugs?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

You can leave the spark plugs in while you do this. You should follow manufacturers recommendations on spark plugs. If you can’t find those recommendations then 50k miles between spark plug replacements is a good idea. Some go longer than that depending on the exact vehicle.

[@MJ-fk6yg]

Is it okay to drive with a leaky gasket and regurally check oil until I have the time to replace the gasket? Thanks for the video!

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Driving it is reasonably safe. If the oil is leaking badly there is a risk of fire so you want to keep track of what’s going on. Degreasing the engine to remove the excess oil would reduce the risk of fire. It also depends how long you need to delay the repair.

[@madodanathulani3744]

verry helpfull

[@ron6376]

My local library pays for and offers a very good online car research repair service. Same infor car repair shops pay for. You can search all car recalls also.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

That’s probably AllData or something similar.

[@ron6376]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY Libray pays for the service infor. Or you xan check out those xheap repair manuals witch are not like an actual service tech manual like the car dealers used before computer programs.

[@feliciapough1411]

Where did you get the screws for the valve cover from

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

I reused the original bolts. If you need new ones I’d get them from the dealer to make sure you get the exact bolts you need.

[@johnathanroberson8626]

can you let me know where you got the replacement gasket from ?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

I think I bought it from AutoZone.

[@moiusa]

I'm doing this and I'm half way to the finish.. I just need to know where to set my torque wrench to the 89 in. Lbs. The owners manual gives me an example that goes like this... 40 In. -Lbs. (40+0) (250 In. -Lbs. wrench) ... So I guess this means that when I set the selector scale on the wrench to 250 In. Lbs I'm actually getting 40 In. Lbs.? ....so to get 80 In. Lbs. I double 250 to get 500 on the wrench selector scale? the selector scale starts at 120 -960.. any feed back will be appreciated... thanks.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Moé Ramirez I’m not familiar with a torque wrench that lets you select different ranges. What I did was used Google to give me the conversion from Inch lbs to Foot lbs since my torque wrench measures foot lbs. I don’t remember what the foot lb equivalent was.

[@moiusa]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY It's 7.4 Ft. Lbs. (89÷12). I don't have the Ft. Lbs. Torque Wrench. Bought the Inch. Lbs. I'm going to call the parts store tomorrow and ask them where I need to set my Torque to get 89 inch. Lbs.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Moé Ramirez okay. I see. I made an assumption that you were using a foot lb wrench. Sorry. Without being able to see what you’re actually using from here, you’re definitely better off asking the parts store like you’re saying.

[@DaN3xtSlimShady]

What is the valve cover bolts torque specification?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

See 11:27

[@MrErwin989]

do i need the o rings for the bolts or can i just skip that part my kit didnt come with them only the valve cover gasket

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

You should really replace the o rings. If the old ones aren’t wrecked you could leave them in place. That would be better than none.

[@MrErwin989]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY thanks for rplying yeah idk why it didnt come im dumb for not checking but yeah ama try and not mess with the old ones and leave them in place and see if it works out i think the important part is the cover itself becuz in this model the bolt holes are much smalled and it seems the bolts really have a tight grip on the cover also

[@princeherb6744]

The valve cover gasket kit i boutght came with everything including yhe bolt oings

[@georgebelfield7802]

why did you not take the pipes off beforehand to make it easier to take the cover off. Also, you were using an abrasive material to clean the surfaces without covering the internal parts of the engine so that any material could go into the engine and cause problems.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Thanks for your feedback. I can tell you that in this case there was no engine damage. This engine ran excellent for a long time after this. Thanks for watching!

[@carloscaro5882]

All the waste left behind by the sand paper work is going to fall inside of the motor... is this going to damage it?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

I did not experience any issues like that after this repair.

[@jett-rampartflyer2852]

The amount is negligible

[@kcjb7861]

Where is the pcv valve in this car? Thanks

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

I believe it’s on the passenger side of the rear of the valve cover, pointing to the rear.

[@georgebelfield7802]

Why not fit the O-rings before you put the sealent on ?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

I think I did? Maybe I’m confused.

[@mahmedm]

i change Valve Cover Gasket every 6 or 9 months, is that normal ? 2007 Chevy AVEO

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

That seems a bit too often. Is there a certain area each time that they seem to leak again?

[@mahmedm]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY The leak goes inside the four spark plugs, and the strange thing is that there is no external leak

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

@@mahmedm Okay. If it leaks there again I might check that the center bolts (closest to the spark plugs) are still tight. Maybe they’re loosening a little bit? If that’s not the case maybe try a different brand gasket or try to get an original Chevy gasket? It’s possible the aftermarket gasket is slightly too thin and it’s only having a problem around the spark plugs because there’s no too many bolts in that area.

[@mahmedm]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY Ok, I will try all of the above in case there is another leak, thank you very much for your time

[@johnnyl1705]

Be sure to use the anaerobic

[@aw52072]

Ive got the 06 chevy aveo my valve cover gasket hasnt leaked yet but when it does ill watch this video again to change it

[@renediergaardt1087]

I broke off one of the bolts in the block it's the one closest to the cam belt😢

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Did it break on removal or installation?

[@renediergaardt1087]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY right after the installation I tighted it too much and it snapped in half the other half is in the block the car is running fine 😭

[@truerushblast]

Is there such thing as a pound and foot pound torque wrench is

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Yes. There are both. ft-lb is a much higher force rating than in-lb.

[@truerushblast]

Joe S. The torque wrench that I have says foot pounds so how do you read pounds that don’t even make sense

[@TheLadyzanetta]

I'm a girl and I think I want to do this myself.

[@modestoperez9681]

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[@nsxcommunications256]

😍

[@dorothymatamoros9802]

I'm a girl and I'm gonna do this tomorrow! Buy those parts in AutoZone... pfff mechanics want to rip me off with $1215 for doing that PFFFF

[@oxxo1967]

ARE YOU LOCATION GTA TORONTO AREA ?

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

No. I’m near Syracuse NY.

[@smokenbudesq]

USE HIGH HEAT RTV AND YES AROUND SPARK PLUGS AND MATING SURFACE 3RD TIME LUCKY ZERO LEAKS NOW 1 YEAR AND GOING STRONG 6 MTHS WITH OUT RTV.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

That’s very puzzling. They were on the top side of the valve cover when I got to it. I had a trusted shop do the timing belt years before this. Other than that no one else touched the motor. So, I’d be surprised if the shop put the o-rings in the wrong place.

[@Bootyboot1991]

so u don't have to remove the timing belt right

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

This project does not require you to do anything with the timing belt at all.

[@bighoss1592]

How did it run without spark? Haha

[@treckingvlog__8787]

How to purchase gasket

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Rockauto.com

[@dresilva11]

Good video , but I didn't see any torque wrench 🤔😏

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Yeah. I did that after the video ended. I figured if I displayed the specs the viewer could figure out how to use a torque wrench.

[@ryanserrano901]

Joe S. So what is the amount of torque we are gonna put on those bolts I have an 06 Chevy Aveo

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Ryan Serrano Please see 11:26 in the video.

[@boopathiv]

Chevy aveo engine vibrate please help

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Do you have any engine codes?

[@boopathiv]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY e -tech 2

[@boopathiv]

@@JoesCarSmartsNY recently water pump replaced before engine no vibrate pump changing after vibrate

[@boopathiv]

Radiator Water pump leakage problem now Rectified but engine start exhaust sounds not like that

[@boopathiv]

Ur think what problem in car engine problem or timing problem any other

[@justinc9911]

wtf so is the cover actually plastic

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Yes. Technically I think it’s called a composite plastic.

[@justinc9911]

mine has bad fuel mileage now like sometime the gas gauge suddenly drops down 1/4 or a 1/4 do you think its a vacuum leak in the evap solenoid or egr cause one of my egr nuts broke and my evap solenoid and canister is constantly battling snow, road salt and mud etc 2005 5 gear hatchback - 204 000 KM thanks

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

LungHotBox 420 If you’ve got EGR or Vacuum leak you must have codes tripping. I can’t really tell from here with all that going on. I recommend repairing one known issue at a time until you’ve fixed them all. Or just live with the gas mileage until you can change cars.

[@jimzrcandauto1280]

The torque settings are far too tight

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

You know they’re in-lbs right?

[@princeherb6744]

Honestly i dont see why everyone is making a big deal with the torque settings for the valve cover all i did was follow the tightening sequence and used a Milwaukee 20v impact and tightened them till my drill wouldnt tighten them anymore then took a 1/4 inch ratchet and barely tightened them not even a 1/4 turn maybe half that and bam but if doing the head gasket or intake manifold gasket i use torque specs

[@smokenbudesq]

so tell me where all the sand is going emery cloth is bad enough but you uses 220 wood sand paper and most likely took 100000 miles of the life of that car.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Sandpaper is actually a pretty common method of cleaning up these surfaces. And oddly enough this car was around 130k Miles I think when I did this job. It made it to over 169k before it was taken out by a runaway truck tire on the highway. Nearly killed my brother’s passenger but somehow didn’t touch him at all.

[@jett-rampartflyer2852]

The amount is negligible

[@princeherb6744]

The sandpaper dust will not hurt the engine like come on dust it the components and the heat in the engine a little dust from ssndpaper would be gone in a day or too just dont break the ssndpaper itself and let it fall in

[@mathewlong8401]

I dont agree with the sand paper idea. Made me cringe a little.

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

Other people have given me similar feedback. Maybe there’s a better way, but I have never had I’ll effects from using this method. Maybe a scrubbing pad instead? Or what would you use to remove the hardened residue?

[@truerushblast]

I bought a brand new craftsman torque wrench and I tighten down the valve cover bolts it goes nowhere near and 89 pounds per square whatever it is and I ended up breaking one of them off that’s retarded I only went to 15 pounds and I broke the damn thing off craftsman is junk

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

The torque wrench broke? Or the bolt. I believe these bolts are in in-lbs not ft-lbs. Hoping you didn’t use ft lbs. by accident if the bolt is broken

[@truerushblast]

Joe S. Ifoot pounds that’s what a torque wrench is

[@truerushblast]

Joe S. I bought the torque wrench new the torque wrench didn’t break the bolt broke

[@truerushblast]

If you buy a torque wrench it’s usually in foot-pounds

[@JoesCarSmartsNY]

CEO of heaven They also come in inch-pounds for lower torque values or you have to convert the feet to inches