M56 Valve Cover Gasket, Genuine BMW - E46 325i M56 SULEV

This is the profile gasket used to seal the valve cover to the cylinder head on 2003-2005 E46 325i models with the M56 SULEV engine as well as the 2003-2006 325Ci SULEV. The M56 SULEV was the Super-Ultra Low Emissions version of the 325i/325Ci as offered in California, New York, Massachusetts and other SULEV / CARB-based emissions states.

A fresh profile gasket should be installed any time the valve cover is removed or if the existing gasket shows signs of leaking.

Spark plug hole gaskets are sold separately.

This is the original Genuine BMW M56 valve cover. As an authentic BMW part it meets all of BMW's original design, fitment, and performance requirements and is TUV approved. Buying a Genuine BMW part gives the peace of mind that the part is the exact part a dealer would use.