How To Change S54 Valve Cover Gasket- BMW E46 M3 Valve Cover Removal

I show you how to remove the valve cover to replace the valve cover gasket on the s54 engine. The car that this was shown on is a BMW E46 M3 but can be used for any car that has the s54 engine.
Parts Link:
Valve Cover Gasket Set:
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NGK Spark Plugs:
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Camshaft Sensor O-Ring:
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[@ShopLifeTV]

Parts Link: Valve Cover Gasket Set: click.linksynergy.com/link?id=BZfgVZ7JGM8&offerid=580643.12221892700&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-assembled-by-ecs-parts%2Fvalve-cover-gasket-set%2F83300493743%7Ekt3%2F NGK Spark Plugs: click.linksynergy.com/link?id=BZfgVZ7JGM8&offerid=580643.12221619784&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-ngk-parts%2Fspark-plugs-set-of-six-dcpr8ekp-7415%2Fdcpr8ekp-6%2F Camshaft Sensor O-Ring: click.linksynergy.com/link?id=BZfgVZ7JGM8&offerid=580643.12221643262&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-genuine-bmw-parts%2Fo-ring-seal%2F12141748398%2F Thanks for watching

[@ShopLifeTV]

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[@ACELABUTSA]

Do you have the part number for the banjo bolt orings?

[@sublimetoast1441]

​@ACELABUTSA did you figure this out? I'm having the same issue

[@yassinebouissiki6814]

Great detailed video with lots of tips ... i love Your videos and i hope you will make a video of vanos bolts replacement and also the valve adjustement . Fabolous 👏

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank you and Doing that now !

[@dustinsellner4380]

Been following ya for my E46 323I repairs for a year and a half now, so glad That your doing m3 videos keep up the awesome content. Much respect and mad props to you from a technicians stand point.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank you so much it means a lot that you still watch my videos !

[@ASa-kv1lz]

Such fantastic DIY's. Hoping to use this to replace my S54 M3 valve cover gasket. I get education but also confidence from your videos! So thank you and keep them up!

[@barrijm]

Thank you for this DIY! Great help to a first timer on a valve adjustment. Love the channel and all of the help you provide!!

[@azizhachimi8744]

Thanks to your clear and spot on step by step explanations, I will confident to easily tackle this kind of job!

[@sammoe2061]

Bro you have no idea how much i love your channel thank you so much for doing what u do. Im about to by my frist m3 an i love the fact that i can have u to follow along. Thank you so much bro

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Sam! Good luck with the new M

[@sammoe2061]

@@ShopLifeTV thank you. If you got a video to change the center support bearing please let me know.

[@kulafu808]

As always very informative video I can’t wait for the VANOS video. Keep it up bro 👍🏻

[@MrNicoe36cabrio]

Another great DIY guys. Thanks for sharing!

[@hagopsarkarian]

Although I myself have BMW E46 330xd (diesel), I get plenty of hints from your videos. God bless and provide you success! :-)

[@becomematrix]

Really interessting to see you work. Thx for sharing.

[@onewontdo]

This is amazing. Thank you!

[@basithph8958]

Learning a lot of things from you

[@skaterskye]

Thinking about buying a 01-05 E46. As my daily.. I really like the 325 but found a pretty good 330 as well. Can't make up my mind. Happy I found this channel though ahead of time, just in case. 😉

[@bsouza1675]

Great job! Nicely done ✅

[@naiart82]

Great job, thanks

[@rwfisheriv]

Thanks for the videos!

[@krispytoast8804]

This design is way better than what’s on my n52.

[@Che1seabluesdrogba11]

Cant stress enough legit use the OEM gasket i had an aftermarket one it looked exactly the same as the factory one but would not work. seems other people on the forums bring up the same issue

[@FnLarry]

I used this video to access the #6 coil and I didn’t break anything!!! I’ve gotta swap the water pump and thermostat later this week so get to it if you don’t have another video for those yet lol

[@raybasa8523]

Hi Jason love your videos this is my first post ever on KZbin and was so happy to see your shop is near by me I was wondering if you do valve stem seal replacement for e66 2007 bmw 750li and if so rough estament please keep up with your hard work with these awesome videos please.

[@ShopLifeTV]

awesome! You can go to my website www.shoplifetv.com and fill out the appt request form so that I can give you a call and we can talk about it

[@biagiolucci467]

cant wait for vanos video!

[@ShopLifeTV]

It is in the works! Thanks man

[@BestMotorWerks]

Keep bring us more s54 diy videos

[@hagopsarkarian]

If you have a chance, try to make some DIY videos on E46 all wheel drive models, for example the transfer case and the front drive axle maintenance :-)

[@sammoe2061]

Also can u do a video on how to do a center support bearing please ?

[@autosport3081]

Are you going to make a part (2) of this video showing how to refit the valve cover in details like you did in this video,showing everything including the most important things which torque spec. involved to tight it right.

[@bsouza1675]

Jason, can you do a vid on the proper way to replace the vanity cover badge? I bought a new badge but the existing badge is really stuck in place. Is it necessary to remove the vanity cover to replace the badge? Anyway, really great vid 👍👍 Thank you 🙏

[@italom94]

Hey man, great video. Would this be similar to a replacement in the s55 engine in the 2015 F80? My car is making a whining noise. It stops when I open the oil cover, seems the PCV valve isnt sealed anymore and there is air coming out. BMW dealer is asking 2k to repair (car is already out of warranty)

[@MotogiantTL]

Ankur, I'm hoping you read this..I'm in the middle..of swapping the engine in my 530i from 2003 M54 b30 to 2004 330xi m54 e46. I just wanted to double check..my harness will be fine right? (Obviously I swapped pickup tubes and oil pans, but is that everything? They have done cool tunes etc?) Thanks brother! Paul

[@bsouza1675]

Excellent vid Jason, thank you 🙏🏻 👍 .....Do you have a vid on replacing the oil filter housing gasket for an M3? I haven’t been able to find one anywhere.

[@MrGuerraTube]

Do you have any idea how to get rid of the tpms error symbol on the dash without buying new tyre sensors?

[@natespec]

Valve adjustment DYI!!! My lifters are noisy (need this done) . Would like to do it myself !

[@ShopLifeTV]

Filming it today ;)

[@farazsyed1855]

@@ShopLifeTV can you link it I’m having a hard time finding the video

[@teslam3chennel]

2 Questions: 1. I REMOVED ALL 6 IGNITION COIL AND FORGET TO LABEL WHERE EACH COME FROM. HOW DO I FIND OUT OR DOESN'T MATTER? I WANT TO REPLACE WITH ALL NEW 6 COILS. 2. WHEN I REPLACED WITH ALL NEW 6 IGNITION COILS AND WENT TO START THE ENGINE, I HEAR LOUD BANG SOUNDS AND ENGINE WOULDN'T CRANK. SO I TRY TO TROUBLESHOOT BY REMOVING ALL THE IGNITION COILS AND SPARKPLUGS I SEE FUEL FLOODS IN SPARKPLUGS HOLES 5 & 6.?????? AND SEE FUEL LEAK FROM THE UNDER THE CAR ALONG THE HEADER PIPE CONNECTED. WHAT DID IT HAPPEN? DID I BLOW SOMETHING UP😢😟?????? APPRECIATES YOUR FEEDBACK. LOVES TO WATCH YOUR CHANNELS TO THE POINT AND CLEAR CONTENTS. PLEASE KEEP THE E46 CONTENTS COMING. 😎👍

[@MotogiantTL]

Hello, I'm doing a swap from M54 b30 (03 530i) to m54 e46 (04 330xi). Other than the oil pan, pickup tube, and dip stick, is my (530i) harness plug and play? I thought it was but there are some slight differences (like the sec air etc.) They both have same coil tubes...thanks brother! Paul

[@adaejika2313]

Hey man! MY e46 suddendly revs really loud and moves very slow. The fuel consumption has increased by 70%. Sometimes, the gear display shows the settings sign and i have to turn the ignition off a couple of times before it displays "P" for park. Again, speed meter wont drive past 140km hr . I am a Nigerian and here there's no such thing as over speed. Also, BMW parts here are very hard to find, then again when you find them, the prices are insanely high. Exhaust fumes escapes into the car when you turn on the air condition. I LOVE MY E46. its a 320i

[@thomasmurphy3570]

oh snap, I didn't realize that those washers on the banjo bolt had to be replaced everytime it's removed... so you essentially can't do this job without having these washers on hand since most valve cover kits I've seen don't come with these washers :(

[@sublimetoast1441]

I need to know where to get those washers.. :( or at least what they are called. I can't seem to find them. Any ideas?

[@VigGaneshan]

Hi bro. Got a E90 325i 2009. Any light you can shed on PCV changeout. Apparently i need to have the whole assembly (gasket cover) changed out. And have quoted me $1700AUD. Thoughts?

[@JDMAflac]

You showed that you can inspect the exhaust hub tab, but what about the other hub tab? Can you spin the crank til it rotates enough for visual inspection?

[@ARKXR1]

Is it mandatory to use the new grommets and spark plug tube seals everytime or can you just change the gasket?

[@joshuaabellan7918]

Hello shop life I just replaced my valve cover gasket on my 2007 bmw 328 I e 90 n52. I put everything back together and my car started running really bad a lot of oil dropped to the bottom but I seen no leaks on the gasket and also got a p1415 code. Any suggestions?

[@jandro1601]

Man it sucks I was literally charged 1k for this and the cvp replacement.... need to learn to do this

[@stymiesnerdly771]

I need to do the vanos "bullet proofing" and a valve adjustment on my S54, but I'm extremely intimidated. I'm anxious to see your vanos vids.

[@frontspring1]

gr9w some

[@sublimetoast1441]

What are the washers for the banjo bolts called? I have t been able to find any of them

[@temy218]

Do you have the part number for the banjo bolt orings?

[@5050Design]

Can you stop hitting Selena in the face, LOL. All kidding aside, great DIY!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Hahaha she was fine I just hit the camera lens! Thanks man

[@hottnix]

Where can I buy the banjo bolt washers?

[@956BabyBoy1]

How much did u charge the costumer around ? $_____

[@temy218]

Do you have the part number for the banjo bolt o rings?

[@faridallan84]

I think this is it. 32411093597

[@burakbuyuk5857]

Turkish subtitle PLEASE !! :(

[@fearthereaper5663]

U forgot to put the toque

[@jeffl1944]

Is this guy a real mechanic or hobbit

[@standyourground9973]

I like BMW, but god they can't seal an engine for their lives.

[@Ovadose850]

EnclaveGames someone had previously taken off this valve cover & put RTV silicone on the gasket. Bmw does not use that stuff from the factory

[@amr-50]

I can't imagine how stupid bmw designing their cars !!! The same time for changing spark plugs on bmw you can do a timing belt job on toyota or honda in addition toyota gonna last longer