Elring 124.002 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring MLS Cylinder Head Gasket for VW and Audi

The Elring 124.002 engine cylinder head gasket is a multilayer steel (MLS) gasket built for precise sealing in select Volkswagen and Audi applications. With an installed thickness of 1.63 mm and an 80.5 mm diameter, it is specified for engines with piston protrusion from 1.01 mm to 1.1 mm.

Use this gasket when servicing a Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, or Audi A3 engine that calls for Elring 124.002 and the matching thickness specification.

Key Features

• Elring part number 124.002 for engine cylinder head sealing
• Multilayer steel (MLS) gasket design for consistent sealing performance
• Installed thickness: 1.63 mm
• Gasket diameter: 80.5 mm
• Specified for piston protrusion from 1.01 mm to 1.1 mm
• Number of holes: 2
• Cross-reference: Victor Reinz 61-31980-10

Detailed Description

This Elring cylinder head gasket is engineered around exact dimensional requirements, including thickness, bore diameter, and piston protrusion range. Those measurements matter during engine rebuilds and head service because they determine how the gasket seals combustion pressure, coolant passages, and oil passages at the cylinder head interface. The MLS construction supports a stable seal where the engine calls for a 1.63 mm installed thickness.

Compatible With 1999-2006 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; 2005 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 1997-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; and 1998-2001 Audi A3, N/A. This part number 124.002 is also referenced in related aftermarket catalogs for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Compression loss at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Coolant leakage between the head and engine block
• Oil seepage caused by a worn head gasket
• Combustion sealing issues after head service or rebuild work
• Incorrect gasket thickness selection during engine repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify piston protrusion before installation and confirm the engine falls within the listed 1.01 mm to 1.1 mm range. Match the gasket thickness and bore diameter to the engine specification, and inspect the cylinder head and block surfaces for flatness and cleanliness before assembly. Use the required additional article 819.824 when the service procedure calls for it.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine sealing systems, and this gasket is built to meet the dimensional requirements listed for the application. Confirm fitment by engine code and service specifications before installation.