Suzuki SX4 Valve Cover Gasket Replacement 2.0L J20

Valve cover gasket replacement on 2007 Suzuki SX4 2.0L J20 Engine.
Car has 228500km or 142000 miles.
Parts were ordered on www.rockauto.com

[@theislandguy6531]

These videos you make of sx4 have saved me hundreds of dollars thank you so much for this videos 🙏

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@zadeanrobinson1608]

I really appreciate your repair videos on Suzuki sx4. I am a technician and I'm always working on the Suzuki Swift and grand vitaras. the general setup is very similar in these vehicles to the sx4. so please continue. I use your repair videos and learn from them.

[@GoldenSim27]

do you mean by that , that sx4 end up often at the repair shop . iam in the process of buying a used one , first car , hope its reliable

[@volvosweden]

Its reliable. Get one.

[@youcefmaher6565]

Can you show me how to clean filter cleaner pls , when my moteur tourn just get 5 t miniut , it mean ni much puissance .

[@hodgesjljr]

Thank you!!! I felt confident enough to try this myself thanks to your video. I did it!! I wanted you to know that the video is still helping folks.

[@volvosweden]

That’s great. Suzuki served well.

[@ashlaunicaalpari4584]

I’m also getting ready to do this job today! Awesome clear explanation and visuals of how to do this.

[@austinkruger290]

I'm about to order mine do you think I should get new bolts too a few of mine look like they are leaking

[@maum2732]

I hope this message finds you OK, I want to express gratitude because with your guidance, today I performed this process on my 2008 SX4 ( 176,051km 109,393 mi ), -It was very straightforward and flawless (except the pcv valve hose that was brittle and the tip broke but I was still able to plug what was left back into) I'll wait 24h to test it but I am sure It'll be good. So, thank you so much, warm regards from Mexico City !

[@volvosweden]

Hello to Mexico 🇲🇽

[@this_is_my_scrambler]

Just completed this gasket change on my 2008 SX4, as per your instructional you video. This is an extremely accurate description of how to complete this job! 10/10

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ??

[@this_is_my_scrambler]

@@MrPAKETE69 yeah it may be stuck on there a bit. Some sort of lever should have it off in a jiffy!

[@peterm0vts]

These videos are great, clear instructions with no messing about. They have really given me confidence in doing some of these jobs myself.

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the head valve cover after removing the nuts ??

[@WaltonPete]

That's the problem with rubber seals and gaskets, they become hard when exposed to heat over a long period. Years ago the typical valve or rocker cover gasket would be made from cork but that's obviously fallen out of favour - that also became hard and less flexible with heat over time though! It's interesting to see the changes in engine design - I can remember when most such valve covers would be made from pressed steel sheet and only high performance engines had cast alloy ones. Nice video with clear instructions and great camera work!

[@neuro2829]

Literally changed two radiators and now I'm doing head gaskets all thanks to you guys. Never had anyone to teach me this stuff so without you I don't know

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the head valve cover after removing the nuts ??

[@ashlaunicaalpari4584]

I just successfully completed this job using your video! Yay first time ever for me as a girl alone. The only issue I ran in to that you didn’t have was the valve cover wouldn’t seat back in properly even though the seal was all aligned. What I had to do was use a 2x4 and mallet to hammer it down where the 4 round seals in the middle of the cover to get it into place. Thanks immensely for this video. Can’t thank you enough

[@pablos73]

Much appreciated - did the job on my 2008 GV J20A today. Your video covered every detail, and made it a breeze 👍

[@jimbobthedog]

I really enjoy all of the work you do into making SX4 videos. I'd like to point out a couple of flaws in this specific video, so that people watching may avoid possible issues. 1. I think you're not supposed to use metal when cleaning the cylinder cover head, or the bottom part that it sits on, because it is made of aluminum and can scratch easily. I have researched that using some kind of flat plastic tool is best (perhaps in combination with brake cleaner, as you used). 2. When tightening the nuts on the cylinder cover head, you actually tightened them in the reverse order. You loosened them in the same order, but you're supposed to flip that around when re-installing, and go from the middle out, so that the cylinder cover head squeezes the gasket out to the side. If you look in the service manual, you can see that they reverse the order in the instructions for replacing this piece. Either way, it looks like it worked, and your videos are super informative, so thanks for posting this!

[@polares420]

Thank you sir very important component appreciate you sharing 👍

[@Lateralus28]

Thank you so much! This video worked with the Chevy Trackers (Suzuki Vitara) 2.0L engine.

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@Todd66]

I have this same engine in my 2002 Chevrolet Tracker and I am getting ready to replace the valve cover gasket. You did a fantastic job on this video, I’m super happy I found it. Kudos!! Have a great day!

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ??

[@Todd66]

@@MrPAKETE69 not that I remember. It’s been 3 years, so keep that in mind. However I do not remember any problems.

[@hofterup]

Very cool! I shall give this a shot once the weather gets better. The money I save will go towards buying the tools I need to execute the repair, which is nice.

[@volvosweden]

+hofterup Not hard at all. Just follow the video.

[@snw56]

I'll be performing this repair on my daughter's 2008 Suzuki SX4 in the near future. Thanks for making this video.

[@volvosweden]

+Stanley Waggoner You are welcome

[@snw56]

Completed this repair two weeks ago. #4 spark plug hole was soaked in oil, two inches deep. The other three holes were dry. Repair went well with no problems. I checked the engine two weeks after the repair and found no leaks. I used Fel-Pro gasket set.

[@nusratbano8052]

Stanley Waggoner sx4taiming

[@MrPAKETE69]

@@snw56 Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@snw56]

@@MrPAKETE69 That was five years ago when I replaced the valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals. I didn't have any issues with this repair. Don't forget to add sealaent in the corners and make sure you torque to spec and follow the tightening sequence for the fastners and you will be fine. 😊

[@BroamChomskey]

This video saved me buying a new car..thanks.

[@njoy51]

I got a swift petrol hatch, so guess the procedure is same anyway.. thanks for the good work .. with love from India

[@furiousone942]

Awesome video. Going to do my 2008 sx4 with 141,000 miles on it. Thank you.

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@marketingmajor8126]

@@MrPAKETE69 In some cases it can be very difficult to remove the valve cover because they can be very stuck and you need to be careful when removing it which is basically a catch-22. Some of the difficulty comes from finding the right angle that provides enough lift in such a cramped engine area. I should add though that the in some cases the valve cover will not be very stuck and you might luck out and have it pop right off when you grab it with your hands and pull, but many times that's not the case. What I would recommend to you and what worked for me was use a piece of wood, like a wood dowel or a 1x2 with a length of about 6 inches, then with a hammer in your other hand go all along the valve cover and give some firm taps, not swinging the hammer as hard as you can, but enough to jar the valve cover a bit where you are making contact. Basically you are just trying to break the baked on seal that has formed with the old gasket. After you tap all the way around the front and sides of the cover, use your hands try to work that valve cover off, in rocking motions going back and forth towards the windshield and then towards the bumper. As the valve cover begins to loosen you will be able to tell which parts of it are still stuck and then you can go to that stuck part and do more firm taps with the wood. One last tip. Because we are dealing with flexible gaskets here, after you get your new one installed and tighten the nuts to the specified torque then verify it's a good seal, it's a good idea to re-check those nuts after driving the car for a few months, (between 3 to 6 months is good) being that the main gasket will actually compact a bit after a few months of use due to the heat so those nuts will loosen up and may allow for some further seepage of oil and/or slight engine vibration at idle. re-torquing the nuts will solve that.

[@augu_3st613]

Was helpful for my 2011 suzuki sx4 le anniversary edition! Now I'm just waiting so i can test drive it..... wish me luck, and thanks for the informative video!

[@scottjones3038]

Just finished this job, I had a really hard time getting the valve cover off, took an hour of beating it with block and hammer.

[@howtodoitdude1662]

Nice video! Adding dielectric grease on the coils is also a good idea before reinstalling.

[@JRVasquez831]

Yo tengo un sx4 2008 muy buenos esos autos. Creo que le are ese tipo de limpieza!!! Good video

[@ramonfreitasbrasil]

Thanks from Brazil, I'll change mine soon! 🤝

[@aafgrover]

Thank you! First place I go to fix stuff on the sx4

[@cheepGeek]

I had a borderline P0171 code. Fuel trims showed lean at idle only when the engine was cold so must be a gasket that wasn't sealing perfectly when cold. Decided to change all gaskets which may leak air including valve cover, intake manifold, and throttle body. The intake manifold gaskets were quite bad and oily and likely the cause of the air leak. I'd recommend that you do yours and create another video. It is very easy, even easier than the valve cover gasket.

[@marketingmajor8126]

He doesn't have that car anymore.

[@vrishabhbajaj8849]

Hi, I have a Maruti Suzuki SX4 VXI 2007. Due to overheating, I recently changed its Thermostat Valve and the car started working fine at the optimum temperature but as soon as I switch on the AC, the temp gauge shows drop in engine temp. Yesterday, when I again replaced that thermostat with a new one, the engine has again started overheating & the lower radiator hose is not getting hot at all. Also, the car is shooting about 100 ml water from the exhaust when I rev it high. The engine oil & coolant are in good condition, not milky grey or white so far now. The problem started 4 weeks ago when my car overheated a bit and I changed it's thermostat valve and cleaned the radiator. From then, the car worked fine but I noticed that the temp needle starts going down only after I switch on the AC and as soon as I turn it off, the temp slowly build up at optimum level. Also, it runs fine for 10 minutes or so but after that, it jerks a lot and misfires a bit. Day before yesterday, when I again changed it's thermostat as I found it to be completely opened in cooled down engine, I noticed that temp started reaching at optimum level relatively faster than before but was tripping my AC even at optimum temp with no sign of overheating at the gauge. Kindly assist me as I'm not able to identify the cause of my car's problem.

[@kempwnski]

Great video, this is on my laundry list for my '02 Aerio.

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@johndemore6402]

🇺🇸 The engine is practically identical to my sx(Y) 2003 Aerio i need this myself i thought it would be easy Thank you

[@jeffreychavey4161]

Thank you. This should save some money

[@maglanit]

You always present your tutorial in detailed manner. Thumbs up for that. Could you please show me how to correctly drain and refill the radiator collant for suzuki sx4 hatchback 1.5 petrol. Tnk u.

[@volvosweden]

+maglanit In my plans. Will do my best.

[@theravidgecko]

Great video. Very clear and easy to follow. Thanks

[@20tea]

Very similar to my 2011 sx4! Thank you.

[@moetrumpet]

Great video! What manual do you show at the beginning? Also - do you have a video on the a/c compressor? I haven't found a great video for that on the SX4. Your video was excellent! thank you.

[@torchiertorchier2273]

Spaciba! Very helpful! QUESTION! There is a bolt, roughly underneath the PCV valve. It goes into the engine, but that bolt was missing on my sx4! Or, maybe it's not a bolt -- a missing sensor? But it does go into the valve cover, so it can't be good to have it empty. Any clue?!

[@33billbert]

My car is 10years old. 125000kms and it needs this done.

[@lexus8405]

Nice performance

[@dasanmcdonald1192]

Thanks for this video. It was very helpful.

[@volvosweden]

+DASAN MCDONALD Great! You are welcome.

[@michaelnobles5079]

Great info 👍

[@tomasbriceno6920]

Perfect… good job 👍

[@4x4forever79]

Would you have a link to the instructions you used?

[@JA-rn5qv]

So how has the Mahle brand gasket holding up for you 3 years later? By the way the Victor Reinz Valve Cover Gasket set from Rock Auto is $6 dollars cheaper and it's the same product (also at Rock Auto). Both are made by Dana (manufacturer) who then supplies the finished product to Mahle. The Victor Reinz brand is the "in-house" brand of Dana itself, the manufacturer so of course they can sell it a bit cheaper under their own label.

[@alfredotorres3553]

About the 2012, it does not have screws. I have puled hard, a fried to break the plastic motor cover.

[@frankielee16]

Great video! I'm waiting for the transmission oil change in Your Volvo. Take care!

[@darrindillman1570]

thankyou so much …. this was a very nice video and informative and now I will change mine keep it up!!!

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@kelvingrillo621]

I changed the gasket and the spark plugs at the same time with OE parts. Now the car has a plastic burning smell, no codes and no leaks. Cant figure out what it is.

[@joserobles3934]

Nice job and good video

[@polares420]

Yes very helpful video. Thank you 👍

[@58gennaro]

great video.

[@pinkyhertel5021]

Informative and entertaining! Just had this done at my local shop for a reasonable USD $100 labor. I was very concerned about a missing hose or whatever indicated on the engine block, but yours has that empty space too (at 1:43, etc). What is that hole for?!! My engine is stuttering when I accelerate and I'm looking for reasons. Love Pinky

[@murphyrichard6485]

Great job comrade

[@annmukiibi7979]

Thank you

[@itsnojokingmatter]

Are you sure the tightening of the cover 6 bolts are 11NM??? It sounds not enough. good video tho!

[@Tower00]

thanks a lot 🤝

[@rodrigoromero1267]

Thanks for this video this was so useful in my personal case. Could you share the service manual of this car?

[@tedzgred1723]

Great video and very helpful but I don't understand why the order of unscrewing the 6 bolts is so important ? I understand that that fastening them is important in the order and with certain strength but unscrewing ?

[@volvosweden]

That is what instructions tell you to do. Total agree with you!

[@vagner_m_m]

Top. Есть видео по замене маслосъемных колпачков? 👏🏽

[@timd5597]

Use high mileage oil has additives to condition seal and rubber gaskets.

[@sexuallyhusky8327]

Awesome video! I have to do this on my 2011 SX4 w/124K miles. How is this car holding up for you??

[@tvpierce1]

Great video. Thank you!

[@yaone8711]

Thanks 👍

[@yobeniws]

Yes Great video ! Perfect !

[@leontylahman9753]

Thank you for great video. Where it is possible to get manual?

[@TheRealNormanBates]

3:28 hey! That’s Brandon’s theme!

[@Ispravnicul82]

thanks

[@youcefmaher6565]

Can show how to clean filter cleaner - catalyseur- pls .

[@xavieroshiro3257]

Hi, my engine is 1.6, can I do the same? And another query because the silicone was not applied to the entire base of the stock?

[@burself25]

Great video, thanks for sharing! I am about to perform the same repair for my SX4 with 260,000 Km. Was wondering if you discard any other leaking gasket like the cylinder head gasket?

[@volvosweden]

I dont understand the question about head gasket.

[@Zemen663]

Same car I have a problem p420 code can’t fix check engine light keep coming

[@MrFreshchico]

Greetings from new york.. thank you.👍🤝🤝🤝

[@volvosweden]

Thx. Hope the video is helpful

[@MrFreshchico]

It well be. I have to do this soon, thank you for your video!. It seems like every mechanic in n.y is scared of the Suzuki sx4.. they say Suzuki is garbage and not to buy one. So I have to do the work myself somehow but thanks to you I feel confident. Again thank you. I subscribe:)

[@MadWeiner]

What is the source of your repair instruction guide?

[@otsegobob]

The air filter when you remove and put back seems to be different side. does it matter?

[@volvosweden]

+Wilson Lim Very nice that you noticed!! It does matter. It will only go one way. I did put it wrong. But you get the idea of reassembling back everything in reverse.

[@somebeachdetecting]

does a suzuki sx4 mileage shown in kilometers here also in KLM in the USA models? or is it actual US Miles?

[@K1borg6773]

Can you please tell me from where you buy genuine volvo parts? Most places i searched tey have high shipping costs. Thank you in advance.

[@volvosweden]

Radijacija My local VOLVO dealer is where I get the parts from.

[@ci4524]

really help me

[@MrPAKETE69]

Hi ! Im planing to do this job, was difficult to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@jamessheehan1055]

You have link to the instructions that you used?

[@BorgCreations]

Hey volvo thanks for all your videos. You are a life saver mate. I have rattling sounding like it's from the first cylinder or timing chain. It sounds like loose metal to metal parts just barely hitting eachother. Do you know how to check and change the timing chain tensioner?

[@nunoxaxnnn]

Check the idler pulley

[@marketingmajor8126]

I don't know what year your SX4 is but very common for needing a new timing chain after about 10 to 15 years. I have two 2008 SX4's and both of them now need new timing chains, happened almost at the exact same time too. Sound is exactly like you describe. Look up the videos for Suzuki J20 timing chain replacement.

[@aylonmurray4157]

I tried everything but the valve cover just would not move

[@volvosweden]

+Aylon Murray pry on the edge where I do and tap with a wood block at the same time. Two person job. It took some time for me too.

[@minskmade]

i would recommend find in a plastic wedge to then tap on seperate the manifold cover from the engine .....great video...thanks for making it ...this is like a two hour job...also manifold cover bolts are 10 ft lbs

[@tvpierce1]

Remove the 6 black washers before trying to remove the valve cover. All six of mine were really tight -- they were holding the cover on as if the nuts had not been removed. Once I removed the washers, the cover came right off with a few smack with a rubber mallet. BTW: the washers are rubber coated steel.

[@MrPAKETE69]

@Aylon murray What helped you to remove the valve cover after removing the nuts ?? Any tips to help me on that, thanks

[@angelf9800]

Will that cause vacuum leaks if you have a value cover leak

[@Hope4thebroken1]

Hi, have you changed the oil pan gasket??

[@carte-noire]

Which engine oil had you used for this car? It would be interesting to test Liqui Moly Molygen and test its washing properties

[@volvosweden]

Different brands honestly.

[@عليالشمري-خ1ن]

Thank you 👍👍🌹🌹

[@jxx1234]

Can you please give me a link to the instruction manual you showed. Thanks

[@volvosweden]

Email me your email to [e-mail] and I will give you a link to dropbox

[@do.u.groove5112]

i feel like you are working on a saab...lol

[@justiceneveling3373]

i have oil in spark plug 2 and 4 is it cause the gasket or the cylinder?

[@angelotoro290]

Gracias Thanks good.

[@Ruben-ef8qm]

My friend, where is the starter on this vehicle. Need some help replacing it.

[@saraflores9601]

Under the huge plastic intake manifold.

[@carte-noire]

Did it had new timing chain?

[@bahduh3756]

👍👍👍

[@MadWeiner]

Is this a non interference engine?

[@ufartface]

maybe check timing chain tensioner while cover is off? is there an adjustment for this?

[@marketingmajor8126]

Not exactly an adjustment (except for the oil chain) but it is a good idea to check the timing chain tension anyhow at this time. If there's slack then it's time for a new timing chain kit. OSK makes a complete TC kit for the SX4 and it's made in Japan. Avoid the Chinese ones they are junk.

[@MannoOutside]

Hey how is the car holding up? I may be attempting this on my Suzuki and wanted to see if you found any complications later on

[@volvosweden]

Still driving it. 265,000km. Check engine is on. Says Catalytic converter efficiency below threshold. Need to fix it.

[@steve1952]

Same thing happen to me with the check engine light. I had to replace the catalytic converter closest to the engine. The upstream o2 sensor was also stuck to it so I had to replace that as well

[@johndemore6402]

Ps whats its mileage now?

[@prixinc1]

Great video! Is this the same process to do on a 2005 Suzuki Aerio 2.3 J23A?

[@volvosweden]

Not sure.

[@prixinc1]

@@volvosweden I found a manual. It's pretty similar. Thanks

[@paulmiller9317]

спасибо большое!!!

[@wil6131]

Hi! What website do you order your OEM suzuki parts? Thank you!

[@volvosweden]

+Wil Aldwin Cadianza I order from Suzuki dealer.

[@ufartface]

@@volvosweden we have no suzuki dealers in us

[@musaratak]

Hi, I’m planning to buy SX4 2008 model with 98k miles on it. How’s the reliability of this car? Are the parts cheaper or same as toyota? Would you recommend this car?

[@volvosweden]

+Musarat Ali Its a reliable car yes. I don't know how much Toyota parts are. I do know that the SX4 is real Japanese made unlike Toyota. I also recommend buying original Suzuki parts. I used to get aftermarket from Rockauto.com to save but was a mistake. We have 5 X SX4s in the family. 2007 AWD, 2009, 2012, 2013 and 2013. All with no problems except regular maintenance and suspension parts. Good luck.

[@kurniawanpw]

fan boy suzuki die hard :D, nice vid and car, tq

[@inderjatav2510]

Vairig problem keshe thik kre

[@reynaldomontenegro9296]

Como sacar tapa frontal de motor susuki swift

[@KingIstvan]

Great video. How is the car running? How long do you plan on keeping it?

[@raghavaggarwal5412]

At 2:50 what are those valves from which you removed the hose pipes

[@volvosweden]

+Raghav Aggarwal Not sure. Vacuum hoses?

[@ominegron11]

Does this apply to the 2007 aerio? It looks like the same motor

[@marketingmajor8126]

Yes