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Elring 333.161 Engine Coolant Thermostat GasketOE Quality 60-Day Returns
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Elring 333.161 Engine Coolant Thermostat Gasket

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Elring 333.161 Thermostat Gasket

Elring 333.161 is an engine coolant thermostat gasket for select Porsche, Volkswagen, and Audi applications. It provides the sealing interface needed at the thermostat housing to help maintain proper coolant control in the cooling system.

Key Features

  • Engine coolant thermostat gasket for cooling system service
  • Elring sealing component for OE-style repair applications
  • Direct-fit coverage for select Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q5, and Audi Q7 models
  • Part number 333.161 for accurate ordering and catalog lookup
  • Cross-reference: 059 121 139 A

Detailed Description

This thermostat gasket is used at the coolant thermostat housing to create a sealed connection between mating surfaces. For Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q5, and Audi Q7 cooling system repairs, Elring 333.161 supports a proper seal during thermostat service and replacement. It is a practical choice when replacing a worn or flattened gasket during coolant system maintenance.

Compatible With 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne, 2009-2018 Volkswagen Touareg, 2011-2016 Audi Q5, and 2008-2015 Audi Q7. The part number 333.161 helps confirm the correct gasket for the application before installation.

Common Repair Uses

  • Coolant seepage at the thermostat housing
  • Visible gasket wear or compression set during thermostat replacement
  • Coolant odor or residue around the housing joint
  • Cooling system service on Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q5, or Audi Q7
  • Restoring a sealed thermostat-to-housing connection

Installation Notes

Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the thermostat housing for damage, warping, or corrosion. Replace the gasket whenever the thermostat housing is removed, and refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure after reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is cataloged for the listed vehicle applications to support accurate parts selection.

This part fits 37 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2018PorscheCayenneS E-HybridSport UtilityAWD3.0LV6N/A
2018VolkswagenTouaregWolfsburgSport UtilityAWD3.0LV6N/A
2017PorscheCayenneS E-HybridSport UtilityAWD3.0LV6N/A
2017VolkswagenTouaregHybridSport UtilityAWD3.0LV6N/A
2016AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2016PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2016VolkswagenTouaregAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2015AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2015AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2015PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2015VolkswagenTouaregAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2014AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2014AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2014PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2014VolkswagenTouaregAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2013AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2013AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2013PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2013VolkswagenTouaregAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2012AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2012AudiQ7AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2012AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2012PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2012VolkswagenTouareg3.0LV6N/A
2011AudiQ5AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2011AudiQ7AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2011AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2011PorscheCayenneAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2011VolkswagenTouareg3.0LV6N/A
2010AudiQ7AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2010AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2010VolkswagenTouareg3.0LV6N/A
2009AudiQ7AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2009AudiQ73.0LV6N/A
2009VolkswagenTouaregAWD3.0LV6DIESELN/A
2009VolkswagenTouareg3.0LV6N/A
2008AudiQ7AWD3.0LV6DIESELN/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:

01163000059 121 139 A955 106 123 00

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