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Elring 406.040 Engine Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Elring 406.040 |
|---|---|
| Fits | Audi · 15 vehicles |
Valve cover gasket. Provides a reliable seal for the engine cover.
Cross-references MAHLE VS50580, Victor Reinz 71-31698-00 and Walker Exhaust 53719 for the same application. See all 12.
Elring 406.040 Valve Cover Gasket for Audi
Elring 406.040 is an engine valve cover gasket for select Audi applications. It is a direct-fit sealing component for maintaining proper valve cover sealing on covered 1994-1998 Audi models, including A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, and Cabriolet.
Key Features
- Engine valve cover gasket for OE-style sealing service
- Fits select 1994-1998 Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, and Cabriolet applications
- Elring part number 406.040 for catalog and service matching
- Cross-references MAHLE VS50580 and Victor Reinz 71-31698-00 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Elring valve cover gasket is used to seal the valve cover to the cylinder head and help maintain a clean, stable engine oil seal. It fits 1994-1998 Audi Cabriolet, 1995-1997 Audi A6, 1995-1998 Audi A6 Quattro, 1996-1997 Audi A4, and 1996 Audi A4 Quattro. If you are searching for an Audi A4 valve cover gasket, Audi A6 valve cover gasket, or Elring 406.040 for a specific V6-era Audi engine service, this part matches the listed applications.
What It Helps Address
- Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
- Visible oil residue on the engine exterior
- Burning-oil odor from leaks onto hot engine surfaces
- Loss of sealing integrity after gasket wear or hardening
- Service replacement during valve cover removal
Installation Notes and Tips
Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover and cylinder head mating surfaces for damage or distortion. Confirm vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before ordering, since this gasket is listed for specific Audi applications only. Use the part number 406.040 and the vehicle fitment details to verify the correct replacement.
Quality Assurance
Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this gasket is cataloged for the listed Audi fitments to support proper service replacement.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Audi | Cabriolet | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Base | Sedan | FWD | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Audi | A6 | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Audi | Cabriolet | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Audi | A6 | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Audi | Cabriolet | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1995 | Audi | A6 | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1995 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1995 | Audi | Cabriolet | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1994 | Audi | Cabriolet | — | — | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | — |
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