DNJ VC500G valve cover gasket set for the 1989 Suzuki Sidekick 4-cylinder 1.3L, the 1989-1995 Sidekick 4-cylinder 1.6L and other vehicles seals the joint between the valve cover and the cylinder head. The DNJ valve cover gasket keeps engine oil inside and protects the valvetrain from contamination.
- Gasket seals the outer perimeter of the valve cover, also called a rocker cover, cam cover or cylinder head cover
- Spark plug tube seals, grommets and O-rings come in the set where the engine uses them
- Materials depend on the application: molded rubber, silicone rubber, metal-reinforced rubber or cork-rubber composite
- Tested for thermal cycling, engine vibration and oil saturation
Quick facts
- Part: DNJ VC500G valve cover gasket set
- Also called: engine valve cover gasket set
- Fits: the 1989 Suzuki Sidekick 4-cylinder 1.3L, the 1989-1995 Sidekick 4-cylinder 1.6L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
Oil seeping along the edge of the valve cover, a burning-oil smell or oil in the spark plug wells can mean the gasket or its seals have hardened or failed. Before you replace this set, make sure the oil is not coming from another seal or fitting on the engine, since oil can run down and look like a valve cover leak.
Fits
This set is listed for a wide range of Suzuki and Geo models, with the 1989-1995 Geo Tracker 4-cylinder 1.6L and the 1986-1995 Suzuki Samurai 4-cylinder 1.3L among them. It is a direct-fit replacement for these vehicles, and the 1986-1995 Suzuki Samurai 4-cylinder 1.3L takes one set.
Specifications
- Quantity per application: 1 set
- Engine codes: L4-1.3L, L4-1.6L
- Type: valve cover gasket set
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One valve cover gasket set.
Interchange: 036-1320
19628 · VS50323C · VS312 · VS50042
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
036-1320, 19628, VS50323C, VS312, VS50042
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Suzuki Samurai valve cover gasket for 1986-1995 models with the 4-cylinder 1.3L?
Yes, DNJ VC500G is listed for the 1986-1995 Suzuki Samurai 4-cylinder 1.3L. If your car is a different model, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
Will this Geo Tracker valve cover gasket work on a 1989-1995 model with the 4-cylinder 1.6L?
Yes. DNJ VC500G is listed for the 1989-1995 Geo Tracker 4-cylinder 1.6L, and that engine takes one set.
What does this DNJ engine valve cover gasket set include?
DNJ VC500G is one set. Depending on the engine, a set typically includes one or two valve cover gaskets along with spark plug tube seals, grommets, O-rings and related seals.
Can a leaking valve cover gasket make oil show up in the spark plug wells?
Yes, it can. Oil in the spark plug wells can come from worn spark plug tube seals or the gasket, and a shop can trace the source if it is unclear.
Is DNJ VC500G the same part as VS312?
Yes. VS312 is one of the other numbers that DNJ VC500G replaces.
