Elring 057.240 Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

Brand Elring 057.240
Bolt Head-/Nut Design Female star
Number of bolts/screws 10
Spanner Size X - m 12
Supplementary Article/Info 2 Without disc
Thread Size M 12x1,75x166
Fits Audi and Volkswagen · 45 vehicles

Cylinder head bolt set. Engine hardware for secure, precise fastening.

Female star design. Provides a secure tool interface for installation.

M12 thread size. Sized for dependable clamping strength.

Cross-references MAHLE GS33498, Victor Reinz 14-32121-01 and 22-33034B for the same application. See all 9.

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Elring Cylinder Head Bolt Set 057.240

Elring 057.240 is an engine cylinder head bolt set for Volkswagen and Audi applications that require M12 female-star head bolts. This 10-bolt set is specified with a 166 mm thread length and M12 x 1.75 thread pitch for accurate engine assembly service.

Key Features

  • Engine cylinder head bolt set for head fastening service
  • 10 bolts per set
  • Female star bolt head / nut design
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.75 x 166
  • Spanner size: X - M 12
  • Supplied without disc
  • Elring part number 057.240

Fitment

  • Fits 2000-2010 Audi A3, N/A
  • Fits 2006-2008 Audi A4, N/A
  • Fits 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
  • Fits 2001-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
  • Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
  • Fits 2004-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
  • Fits 2006-2009 Volkswagen EuroVan, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
  • Fits 2008-2010 Volkswagen Bora, N/A; Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star

What It Helps Address

  • Replacing stretched or damaged cylinder head bolts during engine service
  • Restoring proper clamping force after head gasket repair
  • Matching the correct M12 female-star fastener specification for the engine
  • Supporting reassembly on Audi A3, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, and related models

Installation Notes

Verify bolt length, thread pitch, and head design before installation. Clean threaded holes thoroughly and follow the engine manufacturer’s tightening sequence and torque-angle procedure. Because cylinder head bolts are critical fasteners, replace them as a complete set rather than reusing worn hardware.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing and fastening brand used in OE-style repair applications. This part cross-references MAHLE GS33498 and Victor Reinz 14-32121-01 for the same application.

This part fits 45 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypeNotes
2010AudiA3100 AniversarioHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2010VolkswagenBora——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2010VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2009AudiA3AmbienteHatchbackFWD1.4LL4——
2009VolkswagenBora——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2009VolkswagenEuroVan———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2009VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2008AudiA3AttractionHatchbackFWD2.0LL4——
2008AudiA4LuxurySedanFWD1.8LL4——
2008VolkswagenBora——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2008VolkswagenEuroVan———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2008VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2007AudiA3AmbienteHatchbackFWD2.0LL4——
2007AudiA4LuxurySedanFWD1.8LL4——
2007VolkswagenEuroVan———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2007VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2006AudiA3AmbienteHatchbackFWD2.0LL4——
2006AudiA4S Line SportSedanFWD2.0LL4——
2006VolkswagenBeetle———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2006VolkswagenEuroVan———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2006VolkswagenGolf———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2006VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2005AudiA3AmbienteHatchbackFWD2.0LL4——
2005VolkswagenBeetle——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2005VolkswagenGolf———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2005VolkswagenJetta——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2005VolkswagenPassat———2.0LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2004AudiA3AdvanceHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2004VolkswagenBeetle——FWD1.9LL4DIESELLength: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2004VolkswagenGolf———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2004VolkswagenJetta———1.9LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2004VolkswagenPassat———2.0LL4—Length: 166mm; Thread Size: M12; Thread Pitch: 1.75mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Female Star
2003AudiA3AdvanceHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2003VolkswagenBeetleGLConvertibleFWD1.9LL4——
2003VolkswagenGolfGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
2002AudiA3AdvanceHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2002VolkswagenBeetleGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
2002VolkswagenGolfGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
2001AudiA3AmbienteHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2001VolkswagenBeetleGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
2001VolkswagenGolfGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
2000AudiA3AmbitionHatchbackFWD1.8LL4——
2000VolkswagenGolfGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
1999VolkswagenGolfGLHatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
1998VolkswagenGolfK2HatchbackFWD1.9LL4——
Directly replaces or cross-references 9 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
MAHLE — GS33498Victor Reinz — 14-32121-0122-33034B016738B950351881026000ES 72879HBS300T03518-00