Elring 069.630 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal

Elring Valve Stem Oil Seal for OE-Style Engine Sealing

Elring part number 069.630 is an engine valve stem oil seal built for precise sealing at the valve guide. Made from FPM (fluoride rubber), it is specified with an 8.8 mm inside diameter, 11.4 mm outside diameter, and 9.5 mm thickness for applications that require accurate valve stem control and oil retention.

Compatible With select Dodge Neon, Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X, Fiat 124 Spider, Jeep Renegade, and Dodge Dart applications, this seal supports engine sealing service where valve stem wear or oil leakage is present. The Elring 069.630 seal is also cross-referenced to Four Seasons 76809 for the same application.

Key Features

• Engine valve stem oil seal for sealing the valve guide area
• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance
• 8.8 mm inside diameter, 11.4 mm outside diameter, 9.5 mm thickness
• Valve stem diameter specification: 6 mm
• OE-style fitment for select Fiat, Dodge, and Jeep engine applications
• Elring 069.630 part number for catalog matching and service lookup

Detailed Description

Elring 069.630 is a valve stem oil seal used in engine gasket and sealing system service. Its FPM material is selected for demanding engine environments where exposure to heat and oil is constant, while the dimensional specifications help ensure proper sealing around the valve stem and guide. This part number is used across multiple compact Fiat and Dodge engine applications, including Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X, Fiat 124 Spider, Dodge Dart, Dodge Neon, and Jeep Renegade listings. If you are replacing a worn valve stem seal during cylinder head service, Elring 069.630 provides the correct dimensional profile for the listed applications.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Oil entering the combustion chamber through worn valve stem seals
• Blue exhaust smoke caused by valve guide sealing wear
• Oil consumption linked to deteriorated stem seals
• Rough idle or fouled spark plugs from oil contamination
• Loss of sealing integrity during cylinder head repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify valve stem diameter and seal dimensions before installation, especially on Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X, and Dodge Dart engine service. Clean the valve guide and stem area thoroughly, and inspect the valve stem and guide for wear before fitting the new seal. Use proper valve spring and cylinder head service procedures to avoid damaging the seal lip during installation.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand with a focus on gasket and sealing system components. Part number 069.630 is manufactured to match the listed dimensional requirements for the specified vehicle applications and is cross-referenced to Four Seasons 76809 for the same application.