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Camshaft Plug

Critical For Operation

Engine

Seals the rear of the camshaft to prevent oil leakage.

The camshaft plug seals the rear of the camshaft bore, preventing engine oil from leaking out and ensuring proper lubrication of the camshaft and other internal components.

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Typical part cost
$10–$40🔒
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Typical labor cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
5.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
4/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Camshaft Plug is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Oil leaks
Poor engine performance
Oil smell
Check engine light
Oil contamination
Engine overheating

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Camshaft Plug(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect Camshaft Plug(s)

No standard interval on file