Dorman 263-263 Engine Valve Cover

OE Replacement Valve Cover for Select Kia and Hyundai Models

This Dorman engine valve cover is a direct-fit replacement for select Kia and Hyundai vehicles with DOHC cylinder heads. Built from plastic with a painted black finish, it is made to match the original part’s fit and function when the factory cover is damaged, warped, or no longer sealing properly. Part number 263-263 is engineered for specific applications, including Kia Sportage, Kia Optima, Kia Sorento, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 263-263
• Engine valve cover for DOHC applications
• Plastic construction with painted black finish
• Specific fit for select Kia and Hyundai models
• Hold down tabs included
• No oil filler cap, grommets, mounting hardware, or oil baffles included
• OEM item grade

Product Details

Dorman 263-263 is a short-style valve cover designed to restore the sealing surface and upper engine protection on compatible vehicles. It is built from quality materials for heat resistance and has been tested for fit and function. This replacement valve cover is listed for 2015-2019 Hyundai Sonata, 2019-2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, 2016-2020 Kia Optima, 2016-2020 Kia Sorento, and 2017-2022 Kia Sportage. This part cross-references OE-style part numbers 224002GGB0 and 106205611993590925 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leaks from a warped or cracked valve cover
• Loss of sealing at the cylinder head cover area
• Heat-related plastic cover damage
• Engine bay contamination from a failing upper cover
• Fitment issues caused by a damaged original cover

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and vehicle application before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the gasket sealing area, hold down points, and surrounding components for wear or damage. Because mounting hardware, grommets, and the oil filler cap are not included, reuse or replace those items as needed based on the vehicle’s condition. Confirm the cover style and DOHC configuration match the original part before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman replacement valve cover is manufactured to match OE fit and function and has undergone extensive testing for application accuracy and heat resistance. It is an OEM-grade replacement part for select Kia and Hyundai engines, including Kia Sportage, Kia Optima, and Hyundai Sonata applications.