Elring 150.791 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring 150.791 Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring 150.791 is a multilayer steel engine cylinder head gasket built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. With an 82 mm bore, 1.57 mm thickness, and piston protrusion range of 1.01 mm to 1.1 mm, it supports precise sealing where correct head gasket thickness is critical.

Key Features

• Multilayer steel (MLS) gasket design for consistent sealing performance
• 82 mm diameter for matched engine bore coverage
• 1.57 mm thickness for the specified application
• Specified for piston protrusion from 1.01 mm to 1.1 mm
• Requires additional article 057.240 for the complete application
• Elring 150.791 cross-references OE and aftermarket numbers including 03G 103 383 K and 30-030382-00

Detailed Description

This Elring cylinder head gasket is engineered for engines that require an MLS sealing surface and exact dimensional matching. It is listed for 2006-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 2005-2008 Audi A3, 2006 Audi A4, and 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat applications, making it a direct-fit option for owners searching for an Elring 150.791 head gasket for Volkswagen Jetta or Audi A3 engine repair. The gasket’s thickness, bore diameter, and piston protrusion specification should be verified against the engine build before installation.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Compression loss between the head and engine block
• Combustion gas seepage caused by a worn head gasket
• Oil and coolant mixing from a failed sealing interface
• Improper sealing after cylinder head service or rebuild

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine code, bore size, and piston protrusion before ordering. This gasket is specified with 1.57 mm thickness and 82 mm diameter, and the application notes call for additional article 057.240. Follow the vehicle service procedure for cylinder head preparation, torque sequence, and surface cleanliness to achieve proper sealing on Volkswagen Jetta, Audi A3, Audi A4, and Volkswagen Passat applications.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-level application coverage in engine repair. Part number 150.791 is cataloged with defined dimensional specifications and interchange references to support accurate replacement selection.