Elring 157.560 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal

Elring 157.560 Valve Stem Oil Seal

The Elring 157.560 engine valve stem oil seal is built for precise sealing at the valve stem, helping maintain proper oil control in the cylinder head. Made from FPM (fluoride rubber), it is specified with an 11.5 mm inside diameter, 23.3 mm outside diameter, 19.5 mm thickness, and a 6 mm valve stem diameter.

Key Features

• Brand: Elring
• Part number: 157.560
• Engine valve stem oil seal for sealing the valve stem area
• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance
• 11.5 mm inside diameter, 23.3 mm outside diameter, 19.5 mm thickness
• Designed for 6 mm valve stem diameter applications
• Direct-fit service part for BMW engine sealing repairs

Detailed Description

Elring 157.560 is an engine valve stem oil seal used in BMW engine sealing service where accurate stem sealing is required. The FPM material is selected for demanding engine environments, and the dimensional specifications help ensure the seal matches the valve guide and stem interface correctly. This part number 157.560 is listed for BMW X5, BMW 335d, BMW 125i, BMW X3, BMW Z4, and BMW Z3 applications across the model years shown below.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 76702 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Oil seepage past the valve stem seal area
• Blue exhaust smoke caused by worn valve stem seals
• Oil consumption related to valve guide sealing wear
• Loss of proper top-end engine sealing during cylinder head service
• Restoring sealing performance in BMW valve train repairs

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 2009-2013 BMW X5, N/A. Notes: Inner Diameter: 11.5mm; Outer Diameter: 23.3mm.
• Fits 2009-2011 BMW 335d, N/A. Notes: Inner Diameter: 11.5mm; Outer Diameter: 23.3mm.
• Fits 2008 BMW 125i, N/A.
• Fits 2004-2008 BMW X3, N/A.
• Fits 2001-2008 BMW X5, N/A.
• Fits 2003-2007 BMW Z4, N/A.
• Fits 2001-2002 BMW Z3, N/A.

Verify valve stem diameter and seal dimensions before installation. Clean the valve guide area thoroughly and inspect related cylinder head components for wear before fitting the new seal. For BMW X5, BMW X3, BMW Z4, BMW Z3, and BMW 335d service work, confirm the application against the engine build and seal dimensions listed here.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this valve stem oil seal is manufactured to the dimensional and material specifications listed for the application. Part number 157.560 is cataloged for direct replacement use in the confirmed BMW fitments above.