Elring 266.060 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring Valve Cover Gasket for VW and Audi

Elring part number 266.060 is an engine valve cover gasket made from Polyacrylate Rubber (ACM) for a precise sealing interface at the valve cover. It is a direct-fit sealing component for select Audi A3, Audi A4, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Passat applications.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate Rubber (ACM) construction for engine sealing applications
• Engine valve cover gasket for maintaining a secure seal at the valve cover
• Elring 266.060 replacement part number for catalog matching
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 71-35884-00 and Four Seasons 33158 for the same application
• Compatible with select 2000-2010 Audi and Volkswagen models

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is built for sealing the valve cover on select Volkswagen and Audi engines. The ACM material is used in engine gasket applications where consistent sealing performance and resistance to engine bay conditions are important. Use Elring 266.060 when servicing a leaking or deteriorated valve cover seal on a 2003-2010 Audi A3, 2006-2008 Audi A4, 2000-2005 Volkswagen Golf, 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, or 2005 and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Fits 2003-2010 Audi A3, N/A. Fits 2006-2008 Audi A4, N/A. Fits 2000-2005 Volkswagen Golf, N/A. Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Fits 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A. Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A. Fits 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A.

What It Helps Solve

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Loss of sealing from a hardened or worn gasket
• Engine oil residue on the cylinder head area
• Maintenance issues during valve cover service
• Replacement needs on select Audi A3, Audi A4, and Volkswagen engine platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage, cracks, or contamination that could affect the seal. Confirm the application by matching the vehicle year, make, and model to the listed fitment before ordering Elring 266.060.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-level engineering focus for engine gasket applications. This part cross-references Victor Reinz 71-35884-00 and Four Seasons 33158 for the same application.