Elring 478.950 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Elring 478.950 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Elring 478.950 is an engine cylinder head gasket set for select Honda and Acura V6 applications. It includes valve stem seals and uses a cast aluminium cylinder head cover material specification, supporting a precise sealing repair for the top end of the engine.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head gasket set for OE-style sealing service
• Includes valve stem seals
• Cylinder head cover material: cast aluminium
• Elring 478.950 for Honda Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, Accord, Crosstour, Accord Crosstour, Acura RDX, TL, and TSX applications
• Cross-references MAHLE HS54755 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring 478.950 gasket set is built for cylinder head sealing service on a range of Honda and Acura vehicles, including 2008-2015 Honda Pilot, 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline, 2008-2013 Honda Accord, 2010-2017 Honda Odyssey, 2013-2015 Acura RDX, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2014 Acura TSX. It is also listed for 2005 Honda Odyssey, 2012 Honda Crosstour, and 2010-2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. Use it when replacing head sealing components during engine repair on these confirmed applications.

Common Repair Uses

• Oil or coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing area
• Compression loss from worn head sealing surfaces
• Valve stem seal wear contributing to oil consumption
• Top-end engine service after cylinder head removal
• Restoration of sealing integrity on Honda Odyssey and Acura TL engine repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and exact application before installation. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the cylinder head and block for warpage, and follow the factory torque sequence and tightening specifications. Replace related sealing surfaces only after confirming they are within service limits. Elring 478.950 should be installed as part of a complete, careful top-end repair process.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-focused engineering for engine repair applications. This part cross-references MAHLE HS54755 for the same application.