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Learn how to replace a blown head gasket, including how to find the leak and remove auto parts like valve covers and more in these free instructional video clips.
There are 13 videos in this series:
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to find a head gasket cover with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to find a head gasket leak with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to protect head gasket electronics with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to access a blown head gasket with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to remove a head gasket cover and bolts with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to remove a head gasket with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to clean a head gasket surface with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to install a head gasket with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to replace a head gasket seat valve cover with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to replace a head gasket valve cover bolts with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to reinstall blown head gasket parts with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to check for head gasket leaks with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to change the oil after blown head gaskets with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
The head gasket sits between the cylinder head and the engine block in your car, and its primary purpose is to seal the cylinders and prevent leakage of coolant or oil into the cylinders. Compression can sometimes cause what is known as a blown head gasket, which generally means you’ll be paying a visit to your local auto shop or garage. But if you’re looking to save a little money and learn something new about your car’s engine, we offer this free online video course in changing a blown head gasket. It’s not quite the daunting task it sounds like, and makes a great weekend do-it-yourself project.
In this series of free video clips you’ll learn how to replace a valve cover gasket on the engine of your car. Expert mechanic Nathan McCoullough shows you step-by-step instructions, from locating the gasket and determining whether or not it’s leaking, covering and protecting the electronic components of your engine, and removing the necessary parts, such as the valve cover and bolts. Once inside, Nathan demonstrates how to remove and inspect the gasket, install the new gaskets, seal the valve cover and start the valve cover bolts in order. He finishes by showing you how to properly check your work, making sure there are no leaks before you head out on the road.
Nathan McCoullough Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 and received their craftsmanship award and honor seal. Nathan worked at varies automotive facilities including management for the last 8 years. He has many certifications including front end suspension, brakes, manual transmission, engine tune up, engine overhaul, heating ventilation and air conditioning, automotive electrical and many more. In his spare time Nathan enjoys working on cars that varies from fixing them to a major overhaul.dkdk
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