BMW 318i 320i E46 E90 Rocker Cover Gasket Replacement 118i 120i

In this video I am going to show you how to replace rocker/valve cover gasket on BMW 320i, n46 engine
This engine is fitted on BMW 3 series 318i, 320i E46, E90. BMW 1 series 118i, 120i, BMW Z4 2.0i
BMW 1 3 Series e87 e90 e46 BMW Z4 E85 120i 320i Engine Code N46B20
Part 11000430933
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[@WayToManyAssassins]

This engine seems a lot easier to work on compared to n52, so much more working room around the front, easy to see leaks as well

[@damon6040]

great, short and very helpful video. You only forgot to add rtv silicone for better sealing and to mention using an equal amount of force (about 6lbs) on bolts as its a breakable ones. Thanks

[@9feetfrog]

Thank you for making and sharing the how to video!

[@BlackArtBMX]

Great, simple video. Thanks!

[@reon2258]

Awesome video! Can you do the oil filter gasket for next?

[@truscottash1]

Great video super helpful

[@qitianzhang3641]

great video, did you use any chemical or sealant to seal the gasket?

[@tspark1071]

Good work.

[@haroonatta542]

how do i find out water disaprear in 320i 2007 model.

[@cipriancostinstoica740]

is a big problem coil is covered in oil ??

[@jannathan9926]

No Rtv in some of the areas?

[@davmanlop333]

What about gasket sealant?

[@taylerzc1]

both my vacuum pump seals and rocker cover gaskets started leaking at the same time. E46 life baby

[@lsateam1491]

Don’t be to worried. This is a very good and reliable car. Is normal to do some maintenance as the car age. You can’t expect a rubber or plastic to last forever.

[@taylerzc1]

@@lsateam1491 i know just a nightmare doing it I've got 0 mechanical skills. I watched this video and managed to do it 😄 thanks mate

[@Chemist716]

Hi ! Do you have a reference for the O ring going in the ignition coil tube please ? TY cheers

[@lsateam1491]

I have listed affiliate links with all the tools and materials used on video description

[@johnarmstrong9395]

Did you have to remove and replace those bolts in any order? Great video by the way, I'm going to have a go at this myself

[@lsateam1491]

Ideally you want to start from the middle to outside. and go criss cross when you tight them up. Another tip (as one of the viewer suggest it in the comments) is to put some RTV silicone between the cover and the new gasket and leave it to set for about one hour. This will hold the gasket attached to the cover and will help you a lot when you fit it back on the car.

[@johnarmstrong9395]

@@lsateam1491 so I've seen other videos where they put that sealent on all the corners of those horse shoe cut outs, are you saying that I should put a small amount there and leave it for an hour before I replace the cover or replace the cover straight away on top of the fresh sealent but then leave it an hour before i start the car? Thanks for the replys

[@lsateam1491]

john armstrong Put the sealant then immediate put the gasket and leave it to dry. That way the sealant will hold the gasket in place.

[@lsateam1491]

And after about one hour is ready to install it on the car

[@maximeclincke7129]

@LSATeam How did you know it was a blow valve cover gasket for sure?

[@lsateam1491]

maxime clincke I don’t know exactly what do you mean. If you are talking about the rocker cover gasket then is obvious, you’ll see oil leaks around it.

[@maestrofragranceschannel8040]

what tools are you using (mm size ) to remove the cover ?

[@faysalahmed4527]

10mm

[@TomRS2]

Almost perfect but dont forget to put liquid gasket on all the corners of the half rounds. This is a weak point. And before starting the engine, put the contact on and wait till the valvotronic has set. This will take about 30 secs.

[@sefiig95]

I didn't do this step, and I had a leak right after the new gasket was installed... So what he said ^👏

[@TomRS2]

Before starting the engine you have to put the contact into the last position. The valvetronic wil make some sounds which indicates its adjusting. When the sounds are gone you can srart te car. Approx 10-60 seconda

[@SKILLA-lu6xm]

doing this myself,whats the contact?

[@TomRS2]

You have to put the key on ignition but dont start the car and wait for about 30 sec

[@dingoman9055]

@@Sir-Kay are they talking about how you turn the ignition to ON before actually starting the engine?

[@MyBogdan1996]

9:28 . Whats the name of that tube ??? Ican not find

[@dave-cordero]

www.ebay.com.au/itm/202755532315

[@jesseo6182]

WHAT ARE THOSE LITTLE GASKETS CALLED , FROM 9:46 ?

[@dave-cordero]

www.ebay.com.au/itm/202755532315

[@rik3364]

Where can I get the gasket kit from??

[@lsateam1491]

Jerry Wells I have ebay affiliate links in video description. All the tools and materials used in this video are listed there. Thanks

[@rik3364]

@@lsateam1491 thank you

[@SKILLA-lu6xm]

torque for the bolts?

[@75clarkejones]

10 nm

[@Rocky-rm4bc]

@@75clarkejones one would expect a bit more, but I'll not argue. the rear shock absorbers are tightened to 11Nm xD

[@freebees1413]

I got an e90, all gaskets require replacements seriously leaking all over the place wtf.

[@lsateam1491]

That is normal. gaskets should be part of a car maintenance. It can't last forever

[@WayToManyAssassins]

BMW engines are tilted, so oil is more likely to seep. And they run hotter causing the rubber to harden.

[@pobinr]

Instructions/commentary might be better than music