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Head Gasket

Critical For Operation

Engine

Seals the combustion chamber and prevents coolant and oil from mixing.

The head gasket sits between the engine block and cylinder head, sealing the combustion chamber and preventing coolant, oil, and combustion gases from leaking between components.

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Typical part cost
$100–$300🔒
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Typical labor cost
$500–$1,500🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
7/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

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

Overheating
White smoke from exhaust
Coolant in oil
Engine misfires
Loss of power

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Head Gasket(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect Head Gasket(s)

No standard interval on file

Repair Head Gasket(s)

No standard interval on file