Overview
The Omix-ADA 16917.01 is a bellhousing inspection cover plate for 6- and 8-cylinder Jeep engines, made as a direct OE replacement. A cover plate of this type closes the inspection opening in the bellhousing, the opening used to view the clutch and flywheel area.
The plate is built to original specifications and carries a limited five year warranty. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Key features
- Direct OE replacement design, built to original specifications
- Fits 6 and 8 cylinder engines.
- Covered by a limited five year warranty.
- Bellhousing inspection cover plate for clutch and flywheel access
Before you install
A bellhousing inspection cover is a small access panel that sits over the opening between the engine and transmission. Removing it lets a technician look at the clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel without separating the drivetrain. Its main job is to seal the opening against dirt, water and road debris while keeping the housing enclosed during normal driving.
Over time the gasket or fasteners around the cover can loosen or harden, which may allow oil seepage or noise from the clutch area. Inspect the cover periodically for cracks, bent edges and signs of leakage, especially after work near the transmission. When replacing it, clean the mounting surface thoroughly so the new cover seats flat and the seal is not pinched.
- Check the sealing surface for nicks before fitting
- Replace the gasket if the old one is torn or flattened
- Tighten fasteners evenly to avoid warping the cover
- Inspect for oil seepage after the first few drives
Specifications
| Brand | Omix-ADA |
|---|---|
| Part number | 16917.01 |
| UPC | 804314025342 |
| Engine application | 6 and 8 cylinder |
| Warranty | Limited five year warranty. |
Vehicle fitment
It is a direct fit replacement for the bellhousing inspection opening. Confirm fit for your Jeep’s engine and bellhousing by year, model and trim before ordering.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
Check the package contents against your installation before starting.




