Details
- Brand:
- SKU:
6E5Z-6C519-CA
- Positions: Left, Right
- Other Names:
Engine Valve Cover Stud, Valve Cover Stud, Grommet
- Description:
Restore a secure, leak-free valve cover seal with the Genuine Ford Engine Valve Cover Stud & Grommet Assembly (6E5Z-6C519-CA). Also known as an Engine Valve Cover Stud, Valve Cover Stud, Valve Cover Grommet, or Valve Cover Stud Seal, this OEM Ford assembly includes the retaining stud and sealing grommet designed to properly secure the valve cover while preventing engine oil leaks around the mounting point.
The valve cover stud and grommet assembly plays an important role in maintaining the proper clamping force on the valve cover gasket. The rubber grommet seals the mounting hole, cushions the stud against engine vibration, and helps distribute clamping pressure evenly across the valve cover. This helps reduce the likelihood of oil seepage while protecting the valve cover and gasket from uneven loading.
Over time, exposure to engine heat and oil can cause the rubber grommet to harden, flatten, or crack. A worn grommet may allow oil to leak around the stud, reduce sealing pressure, or contribute to recurring valve cover gasket leaks. Replacing the complete stud and grommet assembly during valve cover service helps restore the factory seal and long-term reliability.
Manufactured to Ford's exact engineering specifications, the 6E5Z-6C519-CA Valve Cover Stud & Grommet Assembly provides the proper stud dimensions, sealing performance, and durability expected from a Genuine Ford OEM replacement.
Features & Benefits
- Genuine Ford OEM Valve Cover Stud & Grommet Assembly
- Ford Part Number 6E5Z-6C519-CA
- Includes both the retaining stud and sealing grommet
- Also known as an Engine Valve Cover Stud, Valve Cover Stud, Valve Cover Grommet, or Valve Cover Stud Seal
- Helps maintain proper valve cover clamping force
- Prevents oil leaks around the valve cover mounting stud
- Cushions the stud to reduce vibration and gasket stress
- Direct-fit OEM replacement
- Manufactured to Ford's original engineering and quality standards
Common Reasons for Replacement
- Oil leaking around the valve cover stud
- Hardened or cracked rubber grommet
- Valve cover gasket replacement
- Damaged or corroded mounting stud
- Preventative maintenance during valve cover service
- Engine oil seepage from the valve cover
Vehicle Fitment
Fits numerous Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles equipped with select 3.0L Duratec V6 applications and additional models requiring 6E5Z-6C519-CA. Vehicle applications vary by engine, production date, and VIN. Please verify compatibility using your VIN before ordering to ensure the correct fit.
Note: This listing is for one valve cover stud and grommet assembly. When replacing a valve cover gasket, inspect all studs, bolts, and sealing grommets for signs of wear, hardening, or compression. Replacing worn hardware during gasket service helps reduce the chance of future oil leaks and ensures even gasket compression.
Trust Genuine Ford Parts for the quality, durability, and precision your engine was engineered to deliver. Order your 6E5Z-6C519-CA Engine Valve Cover Stud & Grommet Assembly from RFPartsDirect for factory-quality fit and dependable leak-free performance.
- Replaces:
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