Elring 051.980 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Brand Elring 051.980
For Cylinder 5-8
Fits Audi · 12 vehicles

Valve cover gasket set for sealing the engine cover.

Cross-references MAHLE VS50636SL, Victor Reinz 15-36053-01 and 077 198 025 C for the same application. See all 4.

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Elring Valve Cover Gasket Set for Audi V8 Engines

Elring 051.980 is an engine valve cover gasket set for Audi V8 applications that require sealing on cylinders 5-8. It is built for service work where valve cover oil control and a stable gasket seal are needed on the Audi S4, A6 Quattro, Allroad Quattro, and S6.

Key Features

  • Engine valve cover gasket set for cylinders 5-8
  • Elring part number 051.980
  • Direct-fit sealing solution for select Audi V8 engines
  • Supports valve cover resealing during maintenance or repair
  • Cross-references MAHLE VS50636SL and Victor Reinz 15-36053-01 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket set is intended for Audi engines that use the cylinder 5-8 sealing section, making it a focused repair part for upper-engine oil sealing service. It is a practical choice when replacing a leaking valve cover gasket on a 2004-2009 Audi S4, a 2005-2006 Audi A6 Quattro through 05/2005, a 2003-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, or a 2003 Audi S6. The Elring 051.980 designation helps confirm the correct sealing set for the application.

What It Helps Address

  • Oil seepage from the valve cover area
  • Visible oil residue around the cylinder head
  • Burning oil smell from leaks onto hot engine surfaces
  • Loss of sealing integrity after gasket aging or heat cycling
  • Maintenance repairs on Audi V8 upper-engine sealing points

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage, cracks, or contamination that could affect the seal. Verify engine application by model year and note that the Audi A6 Quattro listing applies to vehicles built through 05/2005. Confirm the cylinder 5-8 side before ordering and compare the part number 051.980 with the existing gasket set during service.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand used in gasket and sealing system applications. This part cross-references MAHLE VS50636SL and Victor Reinz 15-36053-01 for the same application.

This part fits 12 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2009AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2008AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2007AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2006AudiA6 Quattro4.2LV8N/ATo 05/2005
2006AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2005AudiA6 Quattro4.2LV8N/ATo 05/2005
2005AudiAllroad Quattro4.2LV8GASN/A
2005AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2004AudiAllroad Quattro4.2LV8GASN/A
2004AudiS44.2LV8N/A
2003AudiAllroad Quattro4.2LV8GASN/A
2003AudiS6AvantWagonAWD4.2LV8N/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
MAHLE — VS50636SLVictor Reinz — 15-36053-01077 198 025 CV38062-00