Elring 003.280 Engine Intake Manifold Gasket

Elring Intake Manifold Gasket for Mercedes-Benz V8 Engines

Elring 003.280 is an engine intake manifold gasket for Mercedes-Benz applications with EGR and vehicles equipped with an electric auxiliary air pump. It is built for sealing the intake manifold on a wide range of Mercedes-Benz V8 models, helping maintain proper airflow and manifold sealing under everyday driving conditions.

Key Features

• Engine intake manifold gasket for Mercedes-Benz engines with EGR
• For vehicles with electric auxiliary air pump
• Elring 003.280 for OE-style intake sealing service
• Fits a broad range of Mercedes-Benz S-Class, E-Class, SL, CLK, ML, G-Class, and AMG models
• Cross-references MAHLE MS19439 and Victor Reinz 71-31368-00 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring intake manifold gasket is specified for Mercedes-Benz engines that use EGR and an electric auxiliary air pump. It serves as the sealing interface between the intake manifold and cylinder head, helping preserve intake tract integrity on vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz S500, E500, ML500, and SL500. Part number 003.280 is also listed across multiple interchange references, making it a practical replacement choice when servicing intake sealing on compatible Mercedes-Benz V8 platforms.

Compatible With 1998-2002 Mercedes-Benz E430, 1998-2002 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG, 1999-2006 Mercedes-Benz S500, and other listed Mercedes-Benz applications including CLK500, CLS500, G500, ML500, R500, and SLK55 AMG. Elring 003.280 is also referenced for Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG and SLR McLaren fitments in the supplied catalog data.

What This Part Helps Address

• Intake manifold air leaks that can affect engine sealing
• Vacuum-related drivability concerns tied to manifold sealing
• Rough idle caused by compromised intake gasket sealing
• Unmetered air entering the intake system
• Service replacement for worn intake manifold gasket surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine configuration before ordering, since this gasket is listed for engines with EGR and vehicles with an electric auxiliary air pump. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the intake manifold and adjacent sealing faces for damage or warpage. Confirm the part number 003.280 against the vehicle’s engine code and existing gasket profile before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with extensive OE-level application coverage. This part cross-references MAHLE MS19439 and Victor Reinz 71-31368-00 for the same application.