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  • OEM (Genuine) 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover

    PartNumber: 12588112
    OEM 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover - 12588112
    Product Specifications
    • Notes: Dts; Right
    • Location: Passenger Side
    • Other Names: Valve Cover
    • Item Dimensions: 29.4 x 14.1 x 7.4 inches
    • Item Weight: 3.90 Pounds
    • Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
    • Part Description: 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover
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    • 2008 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    $151.81 MSRP: $241.01
    You Save: $89.20 (38%)
  • OEM (Genuine) 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover

    PartNumber: 12588111
    OEM 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover - 12588111
    Product Specifications
    • Notes: Dts; Left
    • Location: Driver Side
    • Other Names: Valve Cover
    • Item Dimensions: 23.3 x 12.0 x 6.4 inches
    • Item Weight: 4.20 Pounds
    • Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
    • Part Description: 2008 Cadillac DTS Valve Cover
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    Vehicle Fitment
    • 2008 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    $118.56 MSRP: $188.25
    You Save: $69.69 (38%)

FAQ for Valve Cover Repair

Q: What's the recommended torque for the water pump drive belt tensioner studs?
A:
The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What's the recommended torque for the camshaft cover bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the Camshaft Cover-Right Side?
A:
You may need to install the camshaft cover seal and the camshaft cover, then tighten the camshaft cover bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in), and next install the ignition coils, connect the PCV foul air tube quick connect fitting to the camshaft cover, install the AIR check valve and the fuel injector sight shield lastly.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the Camshaft Cover-Right Side?
A:
You will need to remove the fuel injector sight shield, remove the secondary air injection (AIR) check valve, disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) foul air tube quick connect fitting from the camshaft cover, remove the ignition coils, loosen the camshaft cover bolts and remove the camshaft cover, then discard the camshaft cover perimeter seals and spark plug seals if there is any evidence of damage or if the seal comes out of the groove in the cover during removal, finally clean and inspect the camshaft cover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What tools are needed to replace the Camshaft Cover-Left Side?
A:
You will need J 38823 Water Pump Drive Pulley Installer and J 38825 Water Pump Drive Pulley Remover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What's the recommended torque for the camshaft seal bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 3 N.m (27 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should you be careful about when installing the camshaft cover seal as required?
A:
You should be careful to prevent the exposed section of the camshaft cover seal from being damaged by the edge of the cylinder head casting.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: Can I reuse the camshaft seal?
A:
No, you cannot.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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