What causes valve stem seals to fail?

Over time, the rubber material in valve stem seals can become hardened and brittle due to heat and age. This can cause them to crack or lose their sealing ability, allowing oil to leak past the valve guide.

What are the symptoms of bad valve stem seals?

Common signs include blue smoke from the exhaust, especially after the engine has been sitting or when first starting up. You might also notice increased oil consumption between oil changes or fouled spark plugs.

Does this set include everything needed for installation?

This set includes the valve stem seals and a specialized installation tool to help protect the seal during installation. You will need other tools and parts, such as valve spring compressors, to complete the job.

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Fel-Pro Kia Optima SS 71179-2 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

Specifications

Brand: Fel-Pro
Part #: SS711792
UPC: 614046838154

Fel-Pro Kia Optima SS 71179-2 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

Name: Fel-Pro Kia Optima SS 71179-2 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set
Brand: Fel-Pro
Price: 20.23 USD
Availability: InStock

$20.23

Only 4 left in stock

Fits 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata. Fel-Pro valve stem seals prevent oil from leaking into the combustion chamber, helping to reduce smoke and oil consumption.

Key Features

Fits 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Application-specific designs include umbrella, O-ring, or positive seals.
Made with materials suited for the specific vehicle repair.
Includes an installation tool to protect the seal's inner lip during installation.
Designed for the real-world repair environment.

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Product Details

If you're noticing blue smoke from your exhaust, especially on startup, or if your engine is consuming more oil than it should, it might be time to replace your valve stem seals. These seals sit on the valve guides and keep oil from dripping down into the combustion chamber. This Fel-Pro set is made specifically for your 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, ensuring it has the right design for your repair needs.

Fel-Pro designs these seals with the repair environment in mind, using application-specific materials and designs, whether it's an umbrella style, O-ring, or positive seal. They've put these parts through rigorous testing to make sure they'll hold up. Plus, this set comes with an installation tool to help protect the seal's inner lip while you're putting it on, which is a nice touch that can make the job go smoother.