Original BMW Right Valve Cover, Cylinders 1–4, for BMW E39 540i, E38 740i, 740iL, and E31 840Ci (1996–1999)

Covering cylinders 1–4 on the right cylinder bank, this Original BMW rocker box cover (11-12-1-742-128) is the right-side valve cover for the M62 engine in the BMW E39 540i, E38 740i and 740iL, and E31 840Ci (1996–1999). A valve cover sits on top of the cylinder head, closing off the valvetrain and keeping dust and debris out of the engine. BMW's name for it is rocker box cover, right, and the number has been in production since September 1995.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

BMW uses this one right-bank cover across three chassis, so a 740iL sedan and an 840Ci coupe take the same part. The cover is sold individually. On the scale, it comes in at 1.5 kg (3.2 lb).

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (genuine part)
• Part number: 11-12-1-742-128
• BMW part name: rocker box cover, right
• Position: right cylinder bank, cylinders 1–4
• Engine: M62
• Production start: September 1995
• Warranty: Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty

Common Questions

Will this cover fit a late-production car?
This cover suits vehicles built up to 9/1998 and does not have the later oil cap revision. Check your car's production date against that cutoff.

Why replace a cracked cover that is not leaking oil?
A crack in the valve cover causes a vacuum leak, so a cover can cause trouble even when no oil is showing.

PMB Performance has supported M62-powered BMWs for years and can help you sort out the right cover.

Fitment & Compatibility

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