Apex AVC484S Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Apex AVC484S Valve Cover Gasket Set

The Apex AVC484S engine valve cover gasket set is built for direct replacement service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is a fitment-based sealing solution for engines that need valve cover sealing restored to address oil leaks and related maintenance concerns.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket set for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head
• Compatible with 2001-2004 Ford Escape, w/Grommets & Spark Plug Tube Seals
• Compatible with 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute, w/Grommets & Spark Plug Tube Seals
• Compatible with 2001-2003 Ford Taurus, w/Grommets & Spark Plug Tube Seals
• Compatible with 2002-2003 Mazda MPV, w/Grommets & Spark Plug Tube Seals
• Compatible with 2001-2003 Mercury Sable, w/Grommets & Spark Plug Tube Seals
• Part number AVC484S for application matching and catalog lookup

Detailed Description

Apex AVC484S is an engine valve cover gasket set for vehicles that require valve cover sealing service with grommets and spark plug tube seals. It is cataloged for 2001-2004 Ford Escape, 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute, 2001-2003 Ford Taurus, 2002-2003 Mazda MPV, and 2001-2003 Mercury Sable. Use AVC484S when replacing a leaking valve cover gasket on these Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Ford Taurus, Mazda MPV, or Mercury Sable applications.

What It Is Used For

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Oil residue collecting near the cylinder head
• Sealing wear at spark plug tube areas
• Maintenance after valve cover removal
• Restoring a proper seal on listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine application by year, make, and model before installation. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage before fitting the new gasket set. Replace the gasket only on the vehicles listed for AVC484S, and verify that the spark plug tube seals and grommet locations match the original configuration.

Quality Assurance

Apex AVC484S is cataloged for direct-fit application matching on the listed vehicles. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s engine configuration before purchase and installation.