Elring 451.740 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Left

Elring 451.740 Valve Cover Gasket for BMW V8 Engines

The Elring 451.740 engine valve cover gasket is built for the left-side valve cover on select BMW V8 applications with cylinders 5-8. It is a direct-fit sealing component for maintaining proper oil control at the valve cover interface on 2008-2015 BMW 550i, 650i, 750i, X5, and X6 models listed below.

• Engine valve cover gasket for cylinders 5-8
• Left-side application on listed BMW V8 vehicles
• Elring part number 451.740
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 71-10179-00 for the same application
• OE-style sealing solution for BMW engine service

Detailed Product Information

Elring 451.740 is an engine valve cover gasket designed for the cylinder bank 5-8 side on compatible BMW V8 engines. This gasket helps restore the seal between the valve cover and cylinder head, supporting proper crankcase sealing on BMW 550i, 650i, 750i, X5, and X6 models with left-side fitment. The part number 451.740 is also referenced against BMW 11 12 7 566 289 and other listed interchange numbers for the same application.

Compatible With: 2014-2015 BMW 550i GT, 2013-2015 BMW 650i, 2008-2014 BMW X6, 2011-2013 BMW 550i, 2011-2013 BMW 550i xDrive, 2010-2013 BMW X5, 2010-2012 BMW 550i GT, 2010-2012 BMW 550i GT xDrive, 2012 BMW 650i, 2012 BMW 650i xDrive, 2009-2012 BMW 750i, 2010-2012 BMW 750i xDrive, 2009-2012 BMW 750Li, and 2010-2012 BMW 750Li xDrive, left side where listed.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Oil seepage from the valve cover sealing surface
• Visible oil residue around the cylinder head area
• Burning oil smell from leaks onto hot engine components
• Loss of sealing integrity on the left-side valve cover
• Service replacement for worn or flattened gasket material

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the engine bank and position before ordering, since this gasket is specified for cylinders 5-8 and left-side applications where listed. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage that could affect sealing. Verify the vehicle by year, model, and position against the fitment list for BMW 550i, 650i, 750i, X5, and X6 applications.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is produced for precise engine sealing service on the listed BMW applications. Use the confirmed fitment data and interchange references to verify the correct replacement before installation.