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How do you change the valve cover gasket in a 1999 Kia Sportage?

Tools and Parts Needed:

1. Oil filter wrench

2. Drain pan

3. Bungee cord

4. 3/8" socket wrench

5. 10 mm socket

6. Pliers

7. Clean rag

8. Oil

9. Valve Cover Gasket

10. Spark Plug Wires

Procedure

1. Drain the oil.

* Unbolt the oil drain pan bolt

* Let the oil drain completely

* Replace the oil drain pan bolt

* Add new oil to the engine

* Remove the air filter box.

2. Remove the spark plug wires.

* Use a pair of pliers to remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs

* Store the spark plug wires in a safe place

3. Remove the old valve cover gasket

* Use a bungee cord to secure the valve cover to the engine

* Remove the old valve cover gasket

4. Install the new valve cover gasket.

* Place the new valve cover gasket on the engine.

* Use a bungee cord to secure the valve cover to the engine

5. Install the spark plug wires.

* Reattach the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.

* Push down the spark plug wires to make sure they are secure

6. Reinstall the oil filter.

* Place a new oil filter gasket on the oil filter

* Screw the oil filter onto the engine by hand

* Tighten the oil filter with an oil filter wrench

7. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.

* Check for any leaks around the valve cover gasket.

* If there are no leaks, the job is complete.