Valve Cover Assembly for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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The valve cover is responsible for sealing the internal workings of the engines' top end. Most vehicles require a replacement gasket at some point or another and newer models have plastic valve covers that get brittle and crack with age.
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T#:54852009
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Over time, the factory valve cover hardware on M50, M50TU, M52, M52TU, M54, S50 (US), and S52 engines is subjected to continuous heat cycling, oil vapor, and moisture, causing original cap nuts to oxidize, corrode, or thread-strip during routine maintenance. Our Polished Valve Cover Cap Nut serves as a direct replacement designed to address these common failure points while improving upon overall engine bay aesthetics.

Because maintaining precise gasket compression is critical to preventing oil leaks, these cap nuts and washers are machined directly to OE-style dimensions. This exact fitment allows for direct compatibility with original and replacement valve cover studs (see T#55317643) and ensures the hardware can be torqued precisely to OEM specifications without guesswork. Manufactured to grade 8.8 structural strength standards, the hardware maintains the necessary clamp force required under normal and high-performance engine operating conditions.

To resist corrosion, both the cap nut and washer undergo an electroless nickel plating process during production. Unlike standard zinc coatings that dull or rust over time, electroless nickel provides a uniform layer of corrosion resistance that withstands long-term chemical exposure and extreme temperature swings while giving the hardware a polished, high-end appearance. Each cap nut assembly includes an OE rubber washer seal, ensuring a tight, leak-free barrier that prevents oil from escaping through the mounting studs.

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Aluminum Valve Cover - M52 M54
For vehicles with production date up to 09/2002
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T#:19329477
Part#: 11121432928M
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Tired of dealing with plastic valve covers that crank and split, causing frustrating oil leaks? This upgraded aluminum valve cover is the perfect solution!
E46 M54 - Aluminum Valve Cover
For vehicles with a production date from 09/2002+
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T#:14916007
Part#: 127512839M
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Replace your factory plastic valve cover with this durable aluminum replacement from Bremmen Parts!

Bavarian Autosport Valve Cover Assembly - BMW M54 2.5L and 3.0L ...
For vehicles with production date from 09/2002
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T#:638092
Part#: 11127512839
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Direct replacement for cracked, leaky, warped, or otherwise failing plastic valve covers. Fits a variety of vehicles, including E39, E46, E53, E60, E83, and Z4 chassis' equipped with the M54 engine.

OEM Rein Valve Cover Kit - BMW M52TU M54
For vehicles with production date up to 09/2002
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Part#: 11121432928
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Eliminate oil and vacuum leaks with a brand new valve cover. This OEM Rein valve cover comes complete with sealing gaskets and engine cover mounts.
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Part#: 11127838754
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Issues with a valve cover such as cracks and warping can result in a major vacuum leak and result in very poor performance. This Original BMW replacement from ECS Tuning will fit and function just like the stock part and will have your BMW running great again in no time. Don't forget to add a new gasket and spark plug seals, available elsewhere on the site.
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Part#: 11121738607
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Ever lose one of these or round one off while working on your car? This is the nut used to hold the valve cover to the cylinder head. These usually need to be replaced after being removed more than once, as the rubber grommet will crush.. Sold Individually.
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