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Elring 318.730 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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Elring 318.730 Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Elring 318.730 is an engine cylinder head gasket set for select Porsche, Audi, and Volkswagen applications. It includes valve stem seals and is built for engine resealing work where cylinder head service requires a complete sealing solution.

Key Features

  • Engine cylinder head gasket set from Elring
  • Includes valve stem seals
  • Part number 318.730 for ordering and cross-reference use
  • Fits select Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen CC, Passat CC, and Touareg applications
  • Cross-references Victor Reinz 02-36430-01 for the same application

Application Coverage

  • Fits 2008-2018 Porsche Cayenne, N/A
  • Fits 2007-2008 Audi Q7, N/A
  • Fits 2009-2011 Audi Q7, N/A, From 07/2009
  • Fits 2010 Audi Q7, N/A
  • Fits 2006 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
  • Fits 2007 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, From 07/2009
  • Fits 2008-2010 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
  • Fits 2012 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
  • Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen CC, N/A
  • Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen Passat CC, N/A
  • Fits 2007 Volkswagen Touareg, N/A, From 07/2009
  • Fits 2008-2010 Volkswagen Touareg, N/A

What This Set Helps Address

  • Cylinder head sealing service during engine repair
  • Valve stem seal replacement during top-end rebuilds
  • Oil leakage at worn sealing surfaces
  • Compression loss related to head gasket wear
  • Coolant and combustion sealing concerns after head removal

Installation Notes

Confirm engine code and production date before ordering, especially for Audi Q7 and Volkswagen Passat applications with 07/2009 notes. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the cylinder head for flatness, and follow the factory torque sequence and tightening angles during installation. Replace related seals and fasteners only when specified by the service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-level application coverage across European vehicles. Part number 318.730 is specified for the listed engine applications and is suitable for professional engine repair work.

BrandElring
Part Number318.730
Supplementary Article/Supplementary InfoWith valve stem seals

This part fits 31 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2018PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2017PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2016PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2015PorscheCayenneGTSSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2014PorscheCayenneBaseSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2013PorscheCayenneBaseSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2012PorscheCayenneBaseSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2012VolkswagenPassatHighlineSedanFWD3.6LV6N/A
2011PorscheCayenneBaseSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2011VolkswagenCC3.6LV6N/A
2011VolkswagenPassat CC3.6LV6GASN/A
2010AudiQ73.6LV6N/A
2010PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2010VolkswagenCC3.6LV6N/A
2010VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6N/A
2010VolkswagenPassat CC3.6LV6N/A
2010VolkswagenTouareg3.6LV6N/A
2009AudiQ73.6LV6N/AFrom 07/2009
2009PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2009VolkswagenCC3.6LV6N/A
2009VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6N/A
2009VolkswagenPassat CC3.6LV6N/A
2009VolkswagenTouareg3.6LV6N/A
2008AudiQ7PremiumSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2008PorscheCayenne3.6LV6N/A
2008VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6N/A
2008VolkswagenTouareg3.6LV6N/A
2007AudiQ7BaseSport UtilityAWD3.6LV6N/A
2007VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6N/AFrom 07/2009
2007VolkswagenTouareg3.6LV6N/AFrom 07/2009
2006VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6GASN/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

02-36430-01418393P52271600D37064-00

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.