Whenever a component is removed, it sould always be torqued to the proper specs when it is replaced.
Average cost to replace a head gasket is $1000
how do i replace a blown head gasket on a 98 Toyota corolla
Depends on the vehicle... Here is a link to complete head gasket job performed on a Honda Civic http://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1404941
By replacing the whole gasket.
Yes there are sealers out there that can be used to seal or repair the gasket
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It requires replacing the head gasket.
It could, if the old gasket had failed.
Yes.
If you are using a new gasket, no.
Change the valve cover gasket.
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