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Elring 021.644 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

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Elring 021.644 Valve Cover Gasket for Volkswagen Beetle

The Elring 021.644 engine valve cover gasket is a rubber cork sealing solution for classic air-cooled Volkswagen engines. It is built for 1960-1979 Volkswagen Beetle applications and helps maintain a secure seal at the valve cover.

Key Features

  • Rubber cork construction for valve cover sealing
  • Direct-fit engine gasket for Volkswagen Beetle models
  • Compatible with 1960-1979 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
  • Elring part number 021.644 for easy identification
  • Cross-references MAHLE VS30003 and Beck/Arnley 036-1360 for the same application

Detailed Description

Elring 021.644 is an engine valve cover gasket made from rubber cork, a material commonly used for reliable sealing in classic engine service. This gasket is specified for 1960-1979 Volkswagen Beetle models and is intended for the valve cover position. If you are servicing a Volkswagen Beetle engine and need a replacement valve cover gasket, Elring 021.644 provides the correct fitment reference for this application.

What It Helps Address

  • Oil seepage at the valve cover sealing surface
  • Loss of sealing integrity from an aged gasket
  • Maintenance replacement during engine service
  • Fitment issues when replacing a worn Volkswagen Beetle valve cover gasket

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warping, dents, or residue that could affect the seal. Confirm the gasket seats evenly around the cover and engine flange on 1960-1979 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A applications. Use the Elring 021.644 part number to verify the correct gasket before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is produced for engine service applications where accurate fit and material selection matter. Verify part number 021.644 against your vehicle and engine configuration before installation.

BrandElring
Part Number021.644
MaterialRubber cork

This part fits 21 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
1979VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1978VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1977VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1976VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1975VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1974VolkswagenBeetleU/K1.6LH4GASN/A
1973VolkswagenBeetleU/K1.6LH4GASN/A
1972VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1971VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1970VolkswagenBeetle1.6LH4N/A
1969VolkswagenBeetle1.5LH4N/A
1968VolkswagenBeetle1.5LH4N/A
1967VolkswagenBeetle1.5LH4N/A
1966VolkswagenBeetle1.3LH4N/A
1966VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1965VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1964VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1963VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1962VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1961VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A
1960VolkswagenBeetle1.2LH4N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

036-1360113 101 483 D70-12714-20VS 21566 CVS30003X00991-01

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.