GASKET, CYL HEAD COVER LH

Left Cylinder Head Cover Gasket for Suzuki — Leak‑Proof OEM Fit

This left‑side valve cover seal keeps engine oil inside the head and dirt outside. It maintains crankcase sealing, protects ignition components, and prevents hot oil from dripping onto the exhaust. Built from heat‑resistant elastomer, it’s designed for long service in daily traffic and off‑road use.

Why you need it

A fresh gasket restores proper sealing after heat cycles flatten the old one. You’ll stop oil sweat around the cover, eliminate burnt‑oil smells, and keep coil packs and plug wells dry. Stable sealing helps preserve oil level and cleanliness for smoother running.

How it works

The gasket sits in the cover groove and compresses evenly when bolts are torqued. This creates a uniform barrier along the perimeter and around plug tubes, resisting vibration, heat, and oil splash. No extra sealant is needed except at factory corner joints.

If the gasket fails

Expect wet seepage, smoke from the manifold, misfires from oil in plug wells, stained belts, rising oil consumption, and sludge buildup. Ignoring leaks risks catalytic damage and wiring deterioration.

Tech tips ️

Clean mating faces, replace bolt grommets, torque in sequence, and recheck after heat cycles.

Compatibility

• Grand Vitara
• Grand Vitara Xl-7
• Vitara/Sidekick
• Escudo