
Over time, during operation, the gasket under the engine head cover loses its elasticity and strength and oil leaks from under the cover

An external sign of wear on the valve stem seals is the short-term appearance of blue smoke from the exhaust pipe after starting the engine, as well as when braking the engine after prolonged driving under load

If an oil leak through the oil pan gasket cannot be eliminated by tightening its mounting bolts, it means that the gasket is severely deformed and must be replaced