Elring 425.370 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Inner or Outer

Elring 425.370 Valve Cover Gasket for BMW

Elring 425.370 is an engine valve cover gasket for select BMW applications, built for outer and inner valve cover sealing positions where specified. It is a direct-fit sealing component for BMW 323i, 323is, 323ti, 328i, 328is, 528i, M3, and Z3 models across the listed years.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for BMW inline-six applications
• Fits outer and inner sealing positions where noted in the fitment data
• Elring sealing system component for engine oil leak repair
• Cross-references MAHLE VS50368 and Victor Reinz 71-31401-00 for the same application
• Part number 425.370 for accurate ordering and catalog matching

Detailed Description

Elring 425.370 is an OE-style engine valve cover gasket used to restore the seal between the valve cover and cylinder head on select BMW engines. This gasket is listed for 1996-2000 BMW 328i, 1996-1999 BMW 328is, 1996-1999 BMW M3, 1997-1998 BMW 528i, 1997-2000 BMW Z3, 1997 BMW 323i, 1998-1999 BMW 323i, 1998-1999 BMW 323is, 1999-2000 BMW 323ti, and 1999-2000 BMW 528i, with outer or inner position coverage as shown in the fitment data. Use 425.370 when replacing a leaking BMW valve cover gasket and matching the listed engine sealing configuration.

This part cross-references MAHLE VS50368 and Victor Reinz 71-31401-00 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Visible engine oil residue on the cylinder head area
• Burning oil smell from oil reaching hot engine surfaces
• Sealing loss at the valve cover on BMW 323i, 328i, M3, 528i, and Z3 applications
• Maintenance replacement for aging engine gasket material

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and valve cover position before ordering.
• Confirm whether the application uses the outer or inner gasket position listed in the fitment data.
• Additional required articles: 425.390 (2x).
• Alternative repair kit: 302.350.
• Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation to support proper gasket seating.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is cataloged with OE-style interchange references for BMW engine repair applications. Part number 425.370 is listed for direct catalog matching and fitment verification.