Elring 238.860 Engine Coolant Pipe Gasket

Engine Coolant Pipe Gasket for Audi

Elring 238.860 is an engine coolant pipe gasket built for sealing the coolant pipe connection on select Audi applications. It uses HNBR (hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber) for sealing performance and a plastic housing material for the specified fitment.

Key Features

• Elring engine coolant pipe gasket for OE-style sealing service
• HNBR rubber construction for coolant-system sealing applications
• Plastic housing material as specified for the part design
• Direct-fit replacement for select Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A5, A5 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, and Q5 models
• Part number 238.860 for catalog and service identification

Detailed Description

Elring 238.860 is a coolant pipe gasket used at the engine cooling system connection point to help maintain a secure seal between mating components. The HNBR sealing material is selected for use in coolant environments where resistance to heat and fluid exposure matters. This part number 238.860 is listed for 2005-2012 Audi A4 Quattro, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2008-2011 Audi A5 Quattro, 2006-2011 Audi A6, 2008-2010 Audi A5, 2005-2009 Audi A6 Quattro, and 2005-2008 Audi A4. This part cross-references 06E 121 139 E and 01201500 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Coolant seepage at the coolant pipe sealing surface
• Loss of sealing integrity from a worn or flattened gasket
• Service replacement for a leaking engine coolant pipe connection
• Fitment-related replacement needs on Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A5, A5 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, and Q5 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the original part number and inspect the mating surfaces before installation. Clean the sealing area thoroughly so the gasket seats evenly, and verify the coolant pipe and housing are free of damage or distortion. Use the vehicle’s service procedure for coolant system reassembly and refill.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is specified with HNBR material for coolant-system service on the listed Audi applications. Verify fitment by model year and OE reference before ordering.