{"product_id":"elring-131-970-engine-valve-cover-gasket","title":"Elring 131.970 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eElring Valve Cover Gasket for Mercedes-Benz\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eElring 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyacrylate rubber (ACM) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-side fitment for the specified engine valve cover location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement for Mercedes-Benz applications with confirmed fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElring part number 131.970 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Victor Reinz 71-35582-00 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops oil seepage at the right valve cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses oil residue around the cylinder head and valve cover seam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces a hardened, flattened, or heat-aged gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps correct leaks found during valve cover service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eElring 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43410814206133,"sku":"DTWD-131.970","price":27.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/EL_131970_Fro_a5986e8a-2b9c-4d00-8245-98ff6897689e.jpg?v=1774730335","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/elring-131-970-engine-valve-cover-gasket","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}