Elring 131.970 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Right

Elring Valve Cover Gasket for Mercedes-Benz

Elring 131.970 is a right-side engine valve cover gasket made from polyacrylate rubber (ACM) for a precise sealing fit on select Mercedes-Benz V8 applications. It is built for the right valve cover on models such as the Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG, SL55 AMG, and E500, where dependable sealing is critical to keeping oil contained at the cylinder head.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate rubber (ACM) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance
• Right-side fitment for the specified engine valve cover location
• OE-style replacement for Mercedes-Benz applications with confirmed fitment
• Elring part number 131.970 for easy identification
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 71-35582-00 for the same application

Product Details

This Elring valve cover gasket is designed for Mercedes-Benz engines that require a right-side sealing solution, including fitments across the 1998-2011 model years. It is a direct replacement choice for vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG, SL55 AMG, SLK55 AMG, S500, and E55 AMG, helping restore the seal between the valve cover and cylinder head. The ACM material is selected for durability in engine environments where exposure to heat and oil is constant. Elring 131.970 is also referenced by part number 131.970 in catalog listings for straightforward matching.

Common Uses

• Stops oil seepage at the right valve cover
• Addresses oil residue around the cylinder head and valve cover seam
• Replaces a hardened, flattened, or heat-aged gasket
• Helps correct leaks found during valve cover service

Installation Notes

Confirm right-side placement before installation and verify the engine code and vehicle application against the fitment list. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before fitting the new gasket, and inspect the valve cover for warpage, cracks, or contamination that could affect sealing. For Mercedes-Benz G500, ML500, CL500, CLK500, and related models, matching the gasket to the correct bank is essential for proper installation.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with extensive OE-focused engineering for engine gaskets and related components. This part is built to meet the sealing requirements of the listed Mercedes-Benz applications and is identified by Elring 131.970.