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Valve Stem Seal

Critical For Operation

Engine

Seals the valve stem, preventing oil from leaking into the combustion chamber.

The valve stem seal or set provides a tight seal around the valve stem, preventing engine oil from leaking into the combustion chamber and ensuring that the valve train remains properly lubricated without causing oil consumption or blue smoke from the exhaust.

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Typical part cost
$20–$60🔒
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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
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Valve Stem Seal is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Blue smoke from exhaust
High oil consumption
Poor engine performance

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Valve Stem Seal

No standard interval on file

Inspect Valve Stem Seal

No standard interval on file