Elring 166.070 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Overview

Elring 166.070 is an engine valve cover gasket for select Acura and Honda applications. It is listed with an alternative repair kit reference, making it easier to match the correct sealing solution for the job.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head.
• Alternative repair kit reference: 388.240.
• Fits 1990-2001 Acura Integra and 1997-2001 Honda CR-V.
• Elring part number 166.070 for catalog and service lookup.

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is a direct sealing component for engines that require a precise cover-to-head seal. It is used on 1990-2001 Acura Integra and 1997-2001 Honda CR-V applications, where maintaining a stable seal is important for controlling oil leakage around the valve cover area. The part number 166.070 is useful when cross-checking service information or ordering by reference.

This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 036-1524 and MAHLE VS50138 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Stopping oil seepage at the valve cover perimeter.
• Replacing a hardened, flattened, or damaged gasket.
• Restoring a proper seal after valve cover service.
• Addressing oil residue around the top of the engine.

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warping, cracks, or contamination. Confirm the engine application against the part number 166.070 and the listed fitment before assembly. Use the alternative repair kit reference 388.240 only when it matches the required service configuration.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a sealing-system manufacturer known for engine gasket applications and service parts used in professional repair environments.