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Replace the Valve Cover Gasket on a Jeep Cherokee

Model: Jeep Cherokee XJ, MK 2 - Years 1984-2001

This guide provides the main instructions for removing and replacing the valve cover gasket on a Jeep Cherokee. First, open the bonnet and start by removing the throttle cable retainers; then unscrew all the screws from the valve cover, located on the sides, using a socket wrench with an extension. At this point, remove the gasket and replace it with the new one of the correct type; clean the base of the cover thoroughly and install the new gasket properly to avoid oil leaks!

Updated on 12 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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