Elring 497.210 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket

Brand Elring 497.210
Gasket Design Fibre Composite
Number Of Mounting Bores 3
Fits Volkswagen and Audi · 34 vehicles

Fibre composite design. Provides a reliable seal for exhaust connections.

Exhaust pipe flange gasket. Helps seal the joint between exhaust components.

Cross-references Continental 61171, MAHLE F32586 and 8D0 253 115 for the same application. See all 4.

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Elring 497.210 Exhaust Flange Gasket

Elring 497.210 is a fibre composite exhaust pipe flange gasket for sealing the exhaust connection at the flange. It is specified for applications in front of the catalyst on select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Volkswagen Passat, and Volkswagen Sharan models.

  • Fibre composite gasket design for exhaust flange sealing
  • Three mounting bores for the specified flange pattern
  • Direct replacement for select OE-style exhaust sealing applications
  • Fits 1997-2009 Audi A4 and Audi A4 Quattro applications listed below
  • Fits 1998-2003 Volkswagen Passat and 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan applications listed below

Application Details

This Elring exhaust pipe flange gasket is used at the exhaust joint ahead of the catalyst where a stable seal is needed between mating flange surfaces. The fibre composite construction is suited to exhaust sealing service, and the three-bore layout matches the listed flange configuration. Elring 497.210 cross-references Continental 61171 and MAHLE F32586 for the same application.

  • Fits 2007-2009 Audi A4, N/A
  • Fits 2001 Audi A4, N/A
  • Fits 2002-2006 Audi A4, N/A, in front of the catalyst
  • Fits 1997-1999 Audi A4, N/A, in front of the catalyst
  • Fits 2002-2005 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, in front of the catalyst
  • Fits 1997-2000 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, in front of the catalyst
  • Fits 1998-2003 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, in front of the catalyst
  • Fits 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan, N/A, in front of the catalyst

Common Replacement Uses

  • Exhaust leak at the flange connection
  • Visible soot or staining around the exhaust joint
  • Noise from a leaking exhaust seal ahead of the catalyst
  • Loss of sealing after exhaust service or component replacement
  • Damaged or compressed flange gasket material

Installation Notes

Clean both flange faces before installation and verify that the mating surfaces are flat and free of corrosion or carbon buildup. Confirm the flange pattern and application notes before installation, especially on Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Volkswagen Passat, and Volkswagen Sharan vehicles listed for use in front of the catalyst.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is built to match the listed exhaust flange application with the specified fibre composite design and three mounting bores.

This part fits 34 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2009AudiA4LuxurySedanFWD1.8LL4—N/A—
2008AudiA4LuxurySedanFWD1.8LL4—N/A—
2008VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2007AudiA4LuxurySedanFWD1.8LL4—N/A—
2007VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2006AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2006VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2005AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2005AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2005VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2004AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2004AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2004VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2003AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2003AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2003VolkswagenPassat———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2003VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2002AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2002AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2002VolkswagenPassat———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2002VolkswagenSharan———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2001AudiA4BaseSedanFWD1.8LL4—N/A—
2001VolkswagenPassat———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2000AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
2000VolkswagenPassat———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1999AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1999AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1999VolkswagenPassat——FWD1.8LL4GASN/AIn front of the catalyst
1999VolkswagenPassat——AWD1.8LL4GASN/AIn front of the catalyst
1998AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1998AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1998VolkswagenPassat——FWD1.8LL4GASN/AIn front of the catalyst
1997AudiA4———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
1997AudiA4 Quattro———1.8LL4—N/AIn front of the catalyst
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Continental — 61171MAHLE — F325868D0 253 11501044600