Elring 460.710 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal - Intake

Elring 460.710 Valve Stem Oil Seal

Elring 460.710 is an engine valve stem oil seal built for precise sealing at the valve guide. Made from FPM (fluoride rubber), it is specified with a 12.0 mm inside diameter, 16.1 mm outside diameter, 11.0 mm thickness, and an 8.2 mm valve stem diameter.

Compatible with select Mercedes-Benz 300SEL and 500SEC/500SEL applications, this seal supports accurate oil control in the valve train. The Elring 460.710 part number is also a useful reference when matching OE-style sealing dimensions for Mercedes-Benz engine service.

Key Features

• Engine valve stem oil seal for sealing the valve guide area
• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for heat- and oil-resistant sealing performance
• 12.0 mm inside diameter, 16.1 mm outside diameter, and 11.0 mm thickness
• Valve stem diameter specification: 8.2 mm
• Direct fitment references for Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, 500SEC, and 500SEL applications
• Elring 460.710 part number for accurate catalog matching

Detailed Description

This Elring valve stem oil seal is engineered for the intake side on select Mercedes-Benz engines and for the listed 500SEL application by engine number range. The seal dimensions are critical for proper fit at the valve stem and guide, and the FPM material is selected for demanding engine environments where oil exposure and temperature are constant factors. For buyers searching for a Mercedes-Benz 300SEL valve stem seal or an Elring 460.710 intake seal, the listed measurements provide the key reference points needed for correct identification.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 76921 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC, Intake. Notes: Height 11 mm; Inner Diameter 12 mm; Outer Diameter 16.1 mm.
• Fits 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL, N/A. Notes: Height 11 mm; Inner Diameter 12 mm; Outer Diameter 16.1 mm; Engine Number to 039773.
• Fits 1973 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, Intake.
• Fits 1972 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, N/A. Notes: Height 11 mm; Inner Diameter 12 mm; Outer Diameter 16.1 mm.
• Fits 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, Intake. Notes: Height 11 mm; Inner Diameter 12 mm; Outer Diameter 16.1 mm; Intake Side.

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify valve stem diameter and seal dimensions before installation.
• Match the seal position to the engine service location shown in the fitment notes.
• Inspect valve guides and stem surfaces for wear before installing a new seal.
• Use clean engine assembly practices to avoid damaging the sealing lip during installation.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine gaskets and sealing systems, and this seal is built to the dimensional and material specifications listed above for accurate engine service.