Elring 081.581 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring 081.581 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Elring 081.581 engine cylinder head gasket is a multilayer steel (MLS) gasket with an 87.05 mm diameter for specific Saab, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Saturn applications. It is built for engines that require precise sealing at the cylinder head interface and an additional required article, part number 257.910.

Key Features

• Multilayer steel (MLS) gasket design for cylinder head sealing
• 87.05 mm diameter
• Requires additional article 257.910
• Elring part number 081.581
• Cross-references MAHLE 54633 for the same application

Detailed Description

Elring 081.581 is an engine cylinder head gasket for vehicles using an 87.05 mm bore diameter. This MLS gasket is specified for 2003-2011 Saab 9-3, 2010-2011 Saab 9-3X, 2007-2008 Cadillac BLS, 2005-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2004-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2002 Saab 9-3 applications listed in the fitment data. If you are searching for a cylinder head gasket for Saab 9-3 or Chevrolet Cobalt engine repair, this part number provides the correct sealing specification for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references MAHLE 54633 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Combustion gas leakage at the cylinder head
• Coolant seepage between the head and engine block
• Oil leakage from the head gasket sealing surface
• Compression loss caused by a failed head gasket
• Repair needs during cylinder head service or engine rebuild work

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the engine’s 87.05 mm diameter requirement before installation. Replace the gasket only after the cylinder head and block sealing surfaces have been inspected, cleaned, and measured to specification. Elring 081.581 also requires additional article 257.910, so verify that the related part is on hand before beginning the repair. Follow the vehicle service manual for torque sequence, torque stages, and any angle-tightening procedure.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-level engineering focus for engine repair applications. Use this gasket where the listed fitment and diameter match the engine specification.

• Fits 2003-2011 Saab 9-3, N/A, Diameter: 87.05mm
• Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-3X, N/A, Diameter: 87.05mm
• Fits 2007-2008 Cadillac BLS, N/A, Diameter: 87.05mm
• Fits 2005-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, N/A, Diameter: 87.05mm
• Fits 2004-2007 Saturn Ion, N/A, Diameter: 87.05mm
• Fits 2002 Saab 9-3, N/A