Elring 194.220 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 194.220 Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 194.220 is an engine valve cover gasket for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head and helping maintain proper oil control. It is a direct-fit sealing component for service work where a leaking valve cover gasket needs replacement.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for sealing the upper engine cover
• Elring replacement part number 194.220
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 71-23043-00 and Gates 23980 for the same application
• Used in sealing-system service for select engine applications

Application Details

This Elring valve cover gasket is listed under Engine > Gaskets and Sealing Systems and is identified by part number 194.220. It is a sealing component used during valve cover service to restore the gasket interface between the cover and cylinder head. Cross-reference part numbers include Victor Reinz 71-23043-00 and Gates 23980.

Common Issues It Can Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Oil residue on the engine exterior
• Burning-oil odor from gasket leakage onto hot engine surfaces
• Moisture or debris entering the valve cover sealing area
• Loss of sealing integrity after gasket aging or heat cycling

Installation Notes

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage, cracks, or contamination. Follow the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and tightening specification, and verify that the sealing surfaces are dry and properly aligned before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and 194.220 is built for engine service applications where accurate gasket sealing is required.