How to Replace Valve Cover Gaskets on a Mercedes E55 AMG - M113k Engines (CLS55, SL55, S55, G55)

[@W210Garage]

Great video. To remove that breather cover hoses it is good to have this tool: Knipex 3891200. From my case i want to say that removing them without spacial tool is very difficult.

[@Major774]

I find with super low torque settings feeling by hand is the best way, but this method is down to experience. I have broken a couple of these screws with a stupid 1/4” torque wrench. So I just go with hand tight by feel with small screws. Good job.

[@davejohnson3860]

Nice job! Did my E500 the same way! Excellent

[@sikais17]

Did same thing on my cls55 easy and slowly one weekend without rush 👍 Mostly watching how you did ,so thanks 👍

[@German_engines]

Thinking of doing this on my CLS 55 too, it has been done by the previous owner but there's a leak developed recently 🤔

[@RALTBOB1]

Outstanding video nice and clear your diction was very good very enjoyable. Thank you

[@WestVanGarage]

Thanks for kind words!

[@carleonekyle]

Going to have a go with mine this week

[@unkameatgoodbar2315]

Great vid , gotta do mine ASAP.

[@raymondphillips5510]

Hi, I'm about to do this job on my SL55 and was wondering if you have any additional updates and tips since you originally made the video. I found your video to be really good and easy to follow. I would have like to have seen how you dealt with the fuel line. It seems that most have had to remove the fuel line to get the cover off and I don't really want any 'surprises'. BTW.. I was quoted a cost for $1,300 for this job from the local Mercedes stealership.

[@franciscojavieribanezmarti1032]

Que buen trabajo amigo, te sigo desde España y también soy el afortunado propietario de un e 55 amg. Un saludo.

[@v14da]

Great video, keep them coming !

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

Man do I WISH you owned a m272 equipped Benz & had to do vcg (sealant actually) on that. Had there been a vid this great, (or a video at all for that matter) on that job, I wouldn't have to take it in for the left side. Right side wasn't too bad, but I'd rather not mess with the fuel rail on the left. Once again, great vid & am still in shock how little you had to move & how much my m272 has in the way.

[@ajmechanics6859]

looking forward for a e55 rebuild

[@angelrubio5320]

Hey bro how did you know that the left side needed the replacement?

[@bartoszri]

Hi, great job, will do it at spring time. Do you put a dielectric or a conduction grease between ignition coil and valve cover?

[@sewshiestrip]

Alldata specifies 10Nm for the valve cover bolts. That is for an S55, but I can't imagine it would be different for other M113k applications.

[@OM-jt9nk]

6:58 now thats a clean engine

[@rods715]

Any video to how to do breather covers ? Are new screws mandatory ? Do you usually do breather covers once you’re already there ? Thanks !

[@bigqwertycat]

New screws are mandatory. They're one time use and not expensive. The headache is drilling out a broken bolt is more expensive than 5 screws.

[@bilaltariq7819]

@@bigqwertycat they aren't stretch bolts, replacing them makes no sense

[@bigqwertycat]

@@bilaltariq7819 the small hex screws must be replaced as they are stainless steel or aluminum. The larger e torx screws can be reused.

[@ReVersDC]

thats good same with m112k engine, 8nm on bolts are preety small, if you have some oil pot just slighty tighten bolts, nothing bad happend

[@0-60STYLE]

Did you replace any of the bolts for the cover itself? Or just reused the old ones...

[@WestVanGarage]

reused the old ones

[@iingush06]

Hi quick question id appreciate it if you could reply i got a issue with my cls55 currently it basically lets out blue smoke only when I accelerate so therefore its not loosing any oil as it remains the same. I was wondering if there is slight leak in cover gasket could this be the cause ?

[@jrjames9385]

I doubt that would be from a valve cover leak. That sound s more internal, like oil is getting pass the rings, enough to get that smoke under more pressure but not enough to have a noticeable drop in oil. I would get that checked out with someone who can scope the inside. Get a better idea of what's happening inside.

[@samnasiri3222]

How long did the job take

[@curlymyhero]

I did my S55 on both sides. This is important bcuz oil drips on spark plugs thus shorting them out. My car ran alot quicker after that. Also used hi-temp silicone sealer on gaskets

[@JCKICKS213]

Good work bro looking to do this on my cls55 but have no mechanic skills lol when you unplug the spark plugs do you have to replace those?

[@WestVanGarage]

Thanks! You can if you want to. I chose not to since the spark plugs/coil packs/wires work fine.

[@JCKICKS213]

West Van Garage ok got it, I thought once you disconnect the spark plugs they don’t work no more? So you just normally pull them out and that’s it? Can you possibly text me just Incase I have any further questions through the process?

[@WestVanGarage]

@@JCKICKS213 Feel free to send me message on instagram if you have any questions (@westvangarage). I actually never took the spark plugs out, they were left inside. I did however unplug the wires leading to them (2:41). You don't need to unplug the wires, especially if they're really stuck in place, but it gives you some more room. Hope that helps.

[@johndevenny6723]

Very informative. Did you say 8nm for the valve cover E10 bolts? and 4nm for the 2 "breather Caps" on top of the valve covers. Do you torque them when valve cover is installed on the engine. Thanks very much.

[@WestVanGarage]

Yep, 8nm for the E10 bolts and 4nm for the breather caps. You can torque on the breather caps when the valve cover is installed. I chose to do it right before. Doesn't really matter, as long the valve cover is dry, and the breather cover has sealant applied to it.

[@johndevenny6723]

@@WestVanGarage thank you very much for the info. I'm waiting for my tiny leak to get worse

[@mmttpp4477]

Nice

[@iingush06]

Hi just quick question. By opening what you opened can i replace my piston rings and valve steam seals?

[@jrjames9385]

No, you'd need to pull apart more items and it becomes more involved, complex.

[@joes3534]

I got quoted $590 for both sides. Doesn't sound like a bad deal to me at a MB only repair shop.

[@bigqwertycat]

Considering this can be done for $50 DIY, I'd say that's not mitch savings.

[@1991june]

@@bigqwertycatlooks easier than working on a bmw

[@Dino-sx9ct]

how long should this job take?

[@WestVanGarage]

If you're a good mechanic, shouldn't take longer than ~1.5-2hrs. I really took my time with this, I'd say it took me about 3 hrs or so. Most of time is spent waiting on the valve cover and breather covers to dry thoroughly, if you choose to clean them.

[@Downshiftmafiatv]

Is this similar to the cls55 amg?

[@WestVanGarage]

Yes

[@Downshiftmafiatv]

Did u find this easy for anyone to do?

[@WestVanGarage]

I think so, I'm not much of a mechanic myself so I think the average person can do it if they have the tools. One tricky part might be if there is seized bolts around the valve cover, so be careful when it comes to that.

[@shawnkennedy8425]

My e55 needs a rebuild

[@Vic_SF415]

Where did you get your tools?

[@WestVanGarage]

The E10 bit and sealant was from lordco (auto parts store in my area). The torque wrench and socket wrench sets were purchased long ago, can't remember honestly.

[@stanleysimmonsreactions9056]

4-500? More like 750-900 nowadays

[@pfoxhound]

dealer in oh said 1100$ total yesterdaY dealer valve cover gaskeTs 2x20$

[@daymaker5460]

I live in Victoria BC I would have to get an 2 or 3 extra jobs (24--7) to pay for the work here. Are there any mechanics here that you have heard of who would not rape me I am a tired old man and also straight it would hurt. The dealership used to do me every I took my daughters car in for service. I could do most things basic on GM I can not do what i am seeing. Great video and great skills. regards, James. Victoria.

[@WestVanGarage]

I know what you mean, considering how expensive things are in BC. Unfortunately, I don't know any mechanics personally who are based in Victoria. Are you looking for a Mercedes mechanic? Your best bet might be to ask on Facebook groups or forums.

[@esteemedenergy]

If you watch this your valve covers will leak. KZbin karma at work.

[@ParthPatel-zy4pg]

truth lol