Elring 130.280 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Right

Elring 130.280 Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 130.280 is a right-side engine valve cover gasket made from polyacrylate rubber (ACM) for a precise sealing interface on select Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler applications. It is built for the right valve cover position and supports leak control where heat and oil exposure are common.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate rubber (ACM) construction for engine sealing applications
• Right-side fitting position
• Direct-fit style gasket for valve cover service
• Elring part number 130.280 for catalog matching
• Cross-references MAHLE VS50432SR and Victor Reinz 71-34108-00 for the same application

Application Details

This Elring valve cover gasket is used on select Mercedes-Benz C240, C280, C320, CLK320, E320, ML320, ML350, S350, SLK320, SLK32 AMG, and C32 AMG applications, plus the 2004-2008 Chrysler Crossfire right-side engine setup. The Elring 130.280 gasket is specified for the right position on many of these vehicles, including Fits 1997-2005 Mercedes-Benz E320, right and Fits 2004-2008 Chrysler Crossfire, right.

As an engine valve cover gasket, it seals the valve cover to the cylinder head and helps maintain proper oil containment around the top end of the engine. The ACM material is selected for sealing performance in elevated-temperature engine environments.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage from the valve cover sealing surface
• Visible oil residue around the cylinder head area
• Burning-oil odor caused by external leaks
• Moisture and debris intrusion at the valve cover joint
• Service replacement for worn or flattened gasket material

Installation Notes

Confirm the right-side position before installation and match the gasket to the engine layout on the vehicle. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly, inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage, and follow the manufacturer’s torque sequence during reassembly. Verify fitment by year, make, model, and position before ordering, especially on Mercedes-Benz C240, C320, and E320 applications.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system brand, and this gasket is produced for engine service applications where accurate fit and material consistency matter. Part number 130.280 should be matched against the vehicle’s engine configuration and right-side application requirements.