Elring 413.960 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

Elring Valve Stem Oil Seal Set for Mercedes-Benz

Elring 413.960 is an engine valve stem oil seal set built for Mercedes-Benz applications that use a 7 mm valve stem diameter. It is a direct-fit sealing component for maintaining proper valve guide sealing in compatible Mercedes-Benz E320, S600, SL600, CL600, S320, C280, C36 AMG, SL320, 300CE, 300E, 300SE, 300SL, 300TE, 600SEC, and 600SEL engines.

• Valve stem diameter: 7 mm
• Engine sealing component for valve stem oil control
• Elring part number 413.960
• Compatible with select Mercedes-Benz gasoline engines
• This part cross-references MAHLE SS45945 and Victor Reinz 12-29491-02 for the same application

Application Details

Use Elring 413.960 when servicing the top end of compatible Mercedes-Benz engines that require a 7 mm valve stem oil seal. This part is listed for 1990-2006 Mercedes-Benz applications, including 1994-1997 Mercedes-Benz E320, 1999-2001 Mercedes-Benz SL600, and 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S600. It is also listed for select engine-number-specific applications such as 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz S600.

What It Helps Address

• Oil consumption caused by worn valve stem seals
• Blue exhaust smoke after startup or deceleration
• Oil fouling on spark plugs from valve guide leakage
• Loss of upper-cylinder sealing performance during engine service
• Valve train maintenance on Mercedes-Benz E320 and S600 family engines

Installation Notes

Confirm the valve stem diameter before installation; this part is specified for 7 mm stems. Match the vehicle year, engine code, and engine-number notes shown in the fitment data, especially on Mercedes-Benz SL600, S600, S320, and CL600 applications with engine-number restrictions. Clean the valve guide area thoroughly and inspect related top-end components during cylinder head service.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and part 413.960 is cataloged as an OE-style sealing solution for select Mercedes-Benz applications. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s engine number and original seal specification before installation.