How do you re[lace a valve cover gasket - 2003 Kia Sorento

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Try replacing the valve cover gasket. If the valve cover gasket still leaks oil after replacement try adding standard 1/4 lock washers to the top of the valve cover bolts. I have a 2005 Suzuki Reno and had to replace the valve cover gasket several times. Adding the washers tightened the seal of the gasket and prevented any leaking,

Follow the detailed procedure mentioned in the link below to remove replace VALVE cover:----
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VALVE COVER GASKET REMOVAL GUIDE http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/06/valve-cover-gasket-removal-guide.html

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Remove the valve cover, which is a simple bolt on component. Remove the old gasket and install the new one.

no it is not worth that much, you can do it yourself for about 20-40 dollars (price of the gaskets)

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Removal & Installation2.0L Spi Engine

1. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the engine air cleaner to valve cover hose from the valve cover.
2. Remove the two ignition wire separators from the valve cover. Position the spark plug wires aside.
3. Remove the three valve cover bolts and remove the valve cover and gasket.

To install:

CAUTION Do not use abrasive grinding discs to remove gasket material; only use manual scrapers. Do not scratch or gouge aluminum sealing surfaces or oil leaks may occur.

NOTE Do not use any sealer with a silicone-type gasket.

1. Install the three valve cover bolts and remove the valve cover and gasket.
2. Install the two ignition wire separators from the valve cover.
3. Tighten the clamp and disconnect the engine air cleaner to valve cover hose from the valve cover.

2.0L Zetec Engine

1. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the fitting on the valve cover.
2. Disconnect the wiring connector at the oil control solenoid.
3. Disconnect the speed control (if equipped) and the accelerator control cable.
4. Position aside the accelerator cable.
5. If equipped, disconnect the speed control cable from the bracket and position aside.
6. Remove the ignition wires from the spark plugs.
7. Remove the bolts and position the upper timing belt cover away from the valve cover.
8. Remove the valve cover.
9. Fully loosen the ten bolts.
10. Remove the valve cover and valve cover gasket.
11. Inspect the valve cover for damage. Install new cover as required.
    CAUTION Do not scratch or gouge aluminum sealing surfaces or oil leaks may occur.
    
12. Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces of the valve cover and the cylinder head. Both surfaces must be clean and flat.

To install:

1. The valve cover gasket and the valve cover must be installed and the bolts tightened to specification within four minutes of sealant application.
2. Apply a 0.1 inch (3mm) bead of silicone sealant in two places where the front camshaft bearing cap meets the cylinder head.
3. Install the valve cover.
4. Position the valve cover gasket.
5. Position the valve cover.
6. Tighten bolts in the sequence shown.
   
   

   Fig. The proper torque sequence for the 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine
   

7. Install the upper timing belt cover bolts.
8. Install the ignition wires.
9. Connect the oil control solenoid connector.
10. Connect the crankcase ventilation hose.
11. Connect the speed control (if equipped) and the accelerator control cables.
12. If equipped, connect the speed control cable to the bracket.

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The first step is to remove all the parts that are in the way of you being able to remove the valve covers. (Ex.: air intake, loose wires etc.) Then you will need to remove your valve covers (using basic tools) and be very careful to not let anything get on your lifters, which your valve covers protect. Once you have the valve covers off compare the new gaskets to make sure they are the right size. Then remove the old gasket and replace with the new one using a high temp gasket sealant (available at any auto parts store) to attach the gasket to the valve covers. Then tighten down snug and check for leaks after replaced. 

When you buy the valve cover set, it will include the spark plug well "O" rings. Simply remove the valve cover and on the underside of the valve cover, you'll see the "O" rings that need replaced and you'll see exactly how the valve cover gasket itself fits.

you probably mean the valve head gasket.

In this case this is serious work and you should contact a local VW dealership or mechanic and have them do this work for you to insure a job well done. If you simply mean your Valve cover, then this is no big deal and can be done by taking out the 4 screws found at the corners of the valve cover and then simply lifting the cover free and replacing it with a new one/tightening the screws back down.

hope this helps :)