{"product_id":"cometic-gasket-bmw-m20b25-m20b27-032in-afm-lower-timing-cover-gasket","title":"Cometic Gasket BMW M20B25\/M20B27 .032in AFM Lower Timing Cover Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"po-desc\" data-gen=\"v2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGasket from Cometic, listed for the BMW M20B25. Replacing a gasket is usually more labor than parts, so it pays to replace any others you disturb on the way in. The fitment section lists 8 applications for the BMW M20B25.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cometic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment for the BMW M20B25\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1986-1988 BMW 325 Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1984-1987 BMW 325e Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1986-1987 BMW 325es Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1987-1993 BMW 325i Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1987-1993 BMW 325is Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1988-1991 BMW 325iX Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1989-1990 BMW 525i Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1983-1988 BMW 528e Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your year, model, engine and trim against this list before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn old gasket gets hard and shrinks with heat cycles, which is when leaks start. A new gasket restores the seal. Using the correct part for your exact engine keeps oil pressure, sealing and timing where the engine was designed to run, and doing related parts at the same time saves taking it apart twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean both mating surfaces completely and follow the bolt torque and sequence for your engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealant where called for: Some joints need a dab of sealant at corners or seams; others must go on dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts and grommets: Rubber grommets and old bolts are worth replacing if they are damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork on a cool engine with the vehicle secured, and use a service manual for your vehicle for torque specs and procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many vehicles is it listed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8 applications are listed in the fitment section above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install it myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany owners do this job at home with basic tools and a service manual for their vehicle. If you are not sure, have it fitted by a qualified mechanic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I check before ordering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompare the part number, specifications and fitment on this page with your vehicle and with the part you are replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eConfirm your year, make, model and trim match the fitment listed above (BMW M20B25).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cometic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67761167073594,"sku":"CGSC14059","price":7.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/8245\/2538\/files\/f685c766c8c5ded594be91986de0270e.jpg?v=1793038365","url":"https:\/\/partotter.com\/products\/cometic-gasket-bmw-m20b25-m20b27-032in-afm-lower-timing-cover-gasket","provider":"PartOtter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}