Honda 12341-PWA-000 Valve Cover Gasket – Genuine OEM

Genuine Honda 12341-PWA-000 valve cover gasket

The Honda 12341-PWA-000 valve cover gasket is a genuine Honda OEM part designed to seal the junction between the valve cover and the cylinder head. A proper valve cover gasket prevents oil leaks at the top of the engine and helps keep the valvetrain area clean.

This gasket is made from durable, heat- and oil-resistant rubber developed for the operating conditions around the valve cover. It maintains elasticity for a long time and is far less likely to sweat or leak than cheap aftermarket alternatives.

Key features of the Honda 12341-PWA-000 gasket

• Genuine Honda OEM part – perfect fit to the valve cover and cylinder head.
• Heat- and oil-resistant rubber – designed for continuous contact with hot engine oil.
• Reliable sealing – helps eliminate oil leaks from the valve cover area.
• Correct profile and hardness – works with the factory valve cover bolts and torque settings.
• Part number: 12341-PWA-000 (12341pwa000, 12341 PWA 000 – alternative ways of writing the same number).

Applications – where 12341-PWA-000 is used

The Honda 12341-PWA-000 valve cover gasket is used in selected Honda petrol engines, including:

• Honda Civic 5D 2006–2008 – 1.4 petrol
• Honda City 2006–2008 – petrol
• Honda Jazz 2002–2008 – petrol

If you are not sure whether this gasket fits your engine, please check the part number against your VIN or consult a trusted mechanic. Choosing the correct valve cover gasket is important for proper sealing of the lubrication system.

When should the valve cover gasket be replaced?

Typical symptoms of a worn or leaking valve cover gasket include:

• visible oil seepage around the valve cover and cylinder head,
• oil running down the engine block,
• smell of burning oil (for example oil dripping onto a hot exhaust manifold),
• oil traces around the spark plug wells.

In such cases, replacing the old gasket with a genuine Honda 12341-PWA-000 valve cover gasket restores proper sealing and improves the overall condition and appearance of the engine bay.

FAQ – Honda 12341-PWA-000 valve cover gasket

Is 12341-PWA-000 a genuine Honda gasket?
Yes, 12341-PWA-000 is a genuine Honda OEM valve cover gasket supplied under this part number.

What material is the gasket made from?
The gasket is made from rubber that is resistant to engine oil and high temperatures, suitable for use in the valve cover area.

Does this gasket fit all Civic and Jazz engines?
No. It fits only specific petrol engine variants. Always verify compatibility by part number or VIN before ordering.