Elring 298.760 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring MLS Cylinder Head Gasket for Volkswagen

Elring part number 298.760 is a multilayer steel engine cylinder head gasket built for precise sealing in select Volkswagen applications. With an 83.5 mm diameter and 1.65 mm thickness, it matches the dimensional requirements called out for specific Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Cabrio, Derby, and Polo fitments.

Key Features

• Multilayer steel (MLS) gasket design for cylinder head sealing
• Thickness: 1.65 mm
• Diameter: 83.5 mm
• Elring 298.760 engine cylinder head gasket
• Cross-reference: MAHLE 54330
• Cross-reference: Victor Reinz 61-31080-00

Detailed Description

This Elring 298.760 cylinder head gasket is specified for engine sealing applications where accurate bore size and gasket thickness matter. It is listed with a 1.65 mm thickness and 83.5 mm diameter, and it requires additional article 819.817 for the complete application. For Volkswagen owners and technicians, this gasket is listed across multiple model years, including Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Cabrio, Derby, and Polo. If you are sourcing an Elring 298.760 head gasket for a Volkswagen Golf or Volkswagen Jetta engine repair, verify the engine code and related sealing components before installation.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2002-2003 Volkswagen Derby, N/A
• Fits 2003 Volkswagen Polo, N/A
• Fits 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A; Thickness: 1.65mm; Diameter: 83.5mm
• Fits 1998-1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1991-1992 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1993-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Thickness: 1.65mm; Diameter: 83.5mm
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; Thickness: 1.65mm; Diameter: 83.5mm
• Fits 1995-1996 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Thickness: 1.65mm; Diameter: 83.5mm
• Fits 1990-1994 Volkswagen Passat, N/A

Common Repair Uses

• Restores cylinder head sealing after gasket failure
• Addresses coolant loss from head gasket leakage
• Helps correct combustion pressure leakage between the head and block
• Supports repair of overheating caused by sealing loss
• Replaces a worn or damaged OEM-style head gasket during engine service

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the engine application, bore diameter, and gasket thickness before installation. This part requires additional article 819.817, so verify related sealing components are on hand before beginning the repair. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and follow the manufacturer’s torque sequence and specifications for the cylinder head fasteners.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine sealing systems, and this gasket is built as an MLS sealing component for precise cylinder head service. Part number 298.760 is listed with established cross-references for the same application, including MAHLE 54330 and Victor Reinz 61-31080-00.