Elring 469.440 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 469.440 Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 469.440 is an engine valve cover gasket for select Cadillac and Saab applications. It is built for sealing the valve cover to help maintain proper engine oil containment and support clean, reliable operation in the upper engine area.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for OE-style sealing performance
• Fits 2003-2004 Cadillac CTS, N/A
• Fits 1994-1997 Saab 900, N/A
• Fits 1995-1997 Saab 9000, N/A
• Elring part number 469.440 for direct identification
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 15-34268-02 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is specified for vehicles that need a precise seal between the valve cover and cylinder head. The 469.440 application coverage includes 2003-2004 Cadillac CTS, 1994-1997 Saab 900, and 1995-1997 Saab 9000. For buyers searching by fitment, this is a direct-match engine gasket for Cadillac CTS and Saab 900/9000 valve cover service.

Elring also lists additional required article 476.820 and an alternative repair kit, 372.320, which can help when planning a complete repair. If you are sourcing by interchange, the 469.440 part number is also associated with several cross-reference numbers used in the aftermarket.

What It Is Used For

• Oil seepage at the valve cover perimeter
• Visible engine oil residue around the cylinder head
• Loss of sealing after valve cover removal
• Maintenance on Cadillac CTS and Saab 900/9000 upper engine sealing
• Replacement of a worn or flattened valve cover gasket

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the engine application before ordering and verify the required related article 476.820 and repair kit option 372.320 if your service procedure calls for them. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation, and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage that could affect sealing. Use the vehicle-specific service procedure for torque sequence and final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this gasket is cataloged with OE-style fitment data for the listed Cadillac CTS, Saab 900, and Saab 9000 applications. Part number 469.440 is supported by interchange references to help confirm application matching during parts lookup.