Elring 268.980 Exhaust Manifold Gasket

Exhaust Manifold Gasket for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Elring 268.980 is an exhaust manifold gasket for select Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 diesel applications. It is built for direct replacement use where a sealed exhaust manifold connection is needed on 2014-2017 vans.

Key Features

• Exhaust manifold gasket for the exhaust sealing system
• Direct fit for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 applications
• Matches OE cross-reference part numbers for the same application
• Elring part number 268.980 for catalog and service identification

Detailed Description

This Elring exhaust manifold gasket is intended for 2014-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 2014-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 models. It serves as the sealing interface between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head, helping maintain exhaust gas containment at the manifold joint. If you are sourcing an Elring 268.980 replacement for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter exhaust repair, this part provides the correct application match for the listed vehicles. This part cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE numbers 651 142 29 80 and A 651 142 29 80 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-head sealing surface
• Noise from a leaking exhaust manifold joint
• Soot buildup around the manifold area
• Loss of sealing after manifold service or removal
• Replacement needs during exhaust repair on Sprinter diesel models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the manifold and cylinder head sealing surfaces are clean and flat before installation. Check the gasket orientation against the original part and confirm the vehicle application by model year before assembly. For best results, inspect the manifold and fasteners for wear or damage during service on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized OE-focused sealing brand, and part 268.980 is cataloged to match the listed Mercedes-Benz applications.