Elring 215.660 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring Valve Cover Gasket for Audi V6 Engines

Elring 215.660 is an engine valve cover gasket made from polyacrylate rubber (ACM) for a precise sealing interface on select Audi applications. It is built for drivers servicing oil leaks at the valve cover area on Audi A4, A6, 100, 90, and Cabriolet models from the 1992-1998 range.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate rubber (ACM) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance
• Engine valve cover gasket for the upper engine sealing surface
• Direct-fit replacement for select Audi V6 applications
• Elring 215.660 part number for catalog matching and service lookup
• Cross-reference: MAHLE VS50233

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is engineered for Audi engines that require a reliable seal between the valve cover and cylinder head. The ACM material helps maintain sealing integrity in the presence of engine oil and elevated underhood temperatures, making it a practical choice for routine maintenance on 1992-1998 Audi 100 and 100 Quattro, 1993-1995 Audi 90 and 90 Quattro, 1994-1998 Audi Cabriolet, 1995-1998 Audi A6 Quattro, 1995-1997 Audi A6, 1996-1997 Audi A4, and 1996 Audi A4 Quattro. If you are searching for an Audi A4 valve cover gasket, Audi A6 valve cover gasket, or Elring 215.660 replacement, this part matches those service needs.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Oil residue on the engine exterior
• Burning oil smell from leaks onto hot engine surfaces
• Loss of sealing at the cylinder head-to-cover joint
• Maintenance replacement during top-end engine service

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage, cracks, or contamination that can affect sealing. Verify the application by year, make, and model before ordering, and confirm the gasket profile matches the engine configuration on your Audi A4, A6, or related model. Elring 215.660 should be installed on a clean, dry surface for proper sealing performance.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-focused engineering for engine gaskets and sealing components. This part cross-references Victor Reinz 71-31697-00 for the same application.