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.

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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.

This part fits 15 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1998AudiA6 Quattro2.8LV6N/A
1998AudiCabriolet2.8LV6N/A
1997AudiA4BaseSedanFWD2.8LV6N/A
1997AudiA62.8LV6N/A
1997AudiA6 Quattro2.8LV6N/A
1997AudiCabriolet2.8LV6N/A
1996AudiA42.8LV6N/A
1996AudiA4 Quattro2.8LV6N/A
1996AudiA62.8LV6N/A
1996AudiA6 Quattro2.8LV6N/A
1996AudiCabriolet2.8LV6N/A
1995AudiA62.8LV6N/A
1995AudiA6 Quattro2.8LV6N/A
1995AudiCabriolet2.8LV6N/A
1994AudiCabriolet2.8LV6N/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 12 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
MAHLE — VS50580Victor Reinz — 71-31698-00Walker Exhaust — 5371950-028651-0070-31698-00078 103 483 E078 103 483 J026146026146P11075900VS 50787 RX53719-01