Elring 221.490 Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

Elring Cylinder Head Bolt Set 221.490

Elring 221.490 is an engine cylinder head bolt set built for precise clamping force and reliable head sealing in supported Volvo and Ford applications. With a male hex bolt head design, M12 x 1.75 thread size, and 157 mm length, this set is specified for engines that require accurate fastener fitment and consistent torque retention.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head bolt set from Elring
• Part number: 221.490
• Male hex bolt head / nut design
• Thread size: M12 x 1.75 x 157 mm
• Spanner size: 14 mm
• Designed for direct-fit engine hardware replacement in listed Volvo and Ford applications
• Cross-reference example: MAHLE GS33486

Fitment and Application

Compatible with a wide range of Volvo and Ford engines, including Fits 2012-2016 Volvo S60, N/A; Fits 2001-2009 Volvo S60, N/A; Fits 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country, N/A; Fits 2015-2016 Volvo V60, N/A; Fits 2015-2016 Volvo V60 Cross Country, N/A; Fits 2015-2016 Volvo XC60, N/A; Fits 2016 Volvo XC70, N/A; Fits 2003-2007 Volvo XC70, N/A; Fits 2014-2015 Volvo V40 Cross Country, N/A; Fits 2013-2014 Ford Escape, N/A; Fits 2014 Volvo V40, N/A; Fits 2011-2014 Volvo XC90, N/A; Fits 2007 Volvo XC90, N/A; Fits 2013 Volvo C30, N/A; Fits 2006-2013 Volvo C70, N/A; Fits 1998-2004 Volvo C70, N/A; Fits 2012 Ford Fusion, N/A; Fits 2007-2012 Volvo C30, N/A; Fits 2012 Volvo S40, N/A; Fits 2007-2011 Ford Focus, N/A; Fits 2004-2011 Volvo S40, N/A; Fits 2005-2011 Volvo V50, N/A; Fits 1999-2007 Volvo V70, N/A; Fits 2004-2006 Volvo S80, N/A; Fits 2003-2006 Volvo XC90, N/A; Fits 2005 Volvo C70, N/A; Fits 1998-2000 Volvo S70, N/A; Fits 1998 Volvo V70, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Volvo 850, N/A.

Searches for Volvo S60 head bolt set, Volvo XC90 cylinder head bolts, or Ford Focus engine head bolt replacement often point to this Elring 221.490 application range. The part number 221.490 is also referenced for several Volvo S40, V50, C70, and XC70 engine builds where the listed thread and length specifications match the original hardware requirements.

What This Part Helps Address

• Replacing stretched or torque-to-yield cylinder head bolts during engine service
• Restoring proper cylinder head clamping force after head gasket repair
• Correcting fastener wear, corrosion, or thread damage on the original bolts
• Supporting accurate reassembly after cylinder head removal
• Matching OE-style dimensions for listed Volvo and Ford engine applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, length, and bolt head design before installation. Cylinder head bolts are critical engine fasteners, so follow the vehicle-specific tightening sequence, torque values, and angle procedures from the service manual. Inspect the cylinder head, block, and threads for damage before assembly, and confirm the application against the exact engine code when possible.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing and hardware brand used in professional repair environments. This cylinder head bolt set is built to the listed dimensional specifications for the confirmed applications above. Warranty information was not provided in the product data.