{"product_id":"engine-valve-cover-gaskets-1-9l-038103469e-for-98-07-vw-beetle-golf-jetta-tdi","title":"Engine Valve Cover Gaskets 1.9L 038103469E For 98-07 VW BEETLE GOLF JETTA TDI","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Valve Cover Gasket for VW\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis replacement engine valve cover gasket for VW prevents motor oil from leaking out of the cylinder head, referencing OEM part number 038103469E.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe engine valve cover gasket for VW seals the top of the engine to contain oil pressure and keep dirt out of the valvetrain. A durable engine valve cover gasket for VW is critical for preventing oil leaks that can damage electrical systems or cause smoke. This part is designed for owners of 1.9L diesel engines seeking to restore engine cleanliness and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable rubber composition resists high engine temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents oil seepage onto other hot engine parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains consistent sealing pressure over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistant to degradation from motor oil and fuel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor VW Beetle 1.9L TDI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor VW Golf 1.9L TDI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor VW Jetta 1.9L TDI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard engine maintenance during valve timing checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixing active oil leaks pooling near the spark plugs or exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuilding or sealing the cylinder head on diesel engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e038103469E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.9L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Should I use liquid sealant with this gasket? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally, this rubber gasket is designed to seal dry, though some installers use a dab of sealant in sharp corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What causes a valve cover gasket to fail? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e High heat cycles and age eventually cause the rubber to harden and crack, leading to oil leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44788893155414,"sku":"SZ1E00367","price":31.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/57_06c5a033-7e33-432e-a2b1-d62e8b7976ee.jpg?v=1779933123","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/engine-valve-cover-gaskets-1-9l-038103469e-for-98-07-vw-beetle-golf-jetta-tdi","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}