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Elring 568.970 Engine Timing Cover Gasket
| Brand | Elring 568.970 |
|---|---|
| Gasket Design | Metal elastomer gasket |
| Fits | Ford and Land Rover · 39 vehicles |
Metal elastomer gasket. Combines a rigid core with sealing flexibility for a reliable seal.
Timing cover gasket. Seals the engine timing cover to help keep oil contained.
Cross-references 1 754 585, 109620 and BK3Q-6C073-BA for the same application. See all 4.
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Elring Timing Cover Gasket for Ford and Land Rover
Elring 568.970 is an engine timing cover gasket built with a metal elastomer gasket design for a precise seal at the timing cover interface. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for select Ford Ranger, Ford Transit, and Land Rover Defender applications.
Key Features
- Metal elastomer gasket design for controlled sealing performance
- Engine timing cover gasket for critical front-engine sealing service
- Fits 2015-2022 Ford Ranger, N/A
- Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-150, N/A
- Fits 2018-2019 Ford Transit-250, N/A
- Fits 2018-2019 Ford Transit-350, N/A
- Fits 2018-2019 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A
- Fits 2011-2018 Ford Transit, N/A
- Fits 2012-2016 Land Rover Defender, N/A
Detailed Description
Elring 568.970 is engineered for timing cover sealing on Ford Ranger, Ford Transit, and Land Rover Defender engines listed in the fitment data. The metal elastomer construction combines a formed sealing profile with elastomer sealing surfaces to help maintain a consistent seal at the timing cover, where oil control and engine cleanliness are important. This part cross-references OE-style applications such as BK3Q-6C073-BA and LR029907 for the same application.
Use Elring 568.970 when servicing the front engine cover on compatible Ford Transit-150, Transit-250, Transit-350, Transit-350 HD, and Ford Ranger models, as well as select Land Rover Defender vehicles. The part number 568.970 is also a useful reference when matching replacement gaskets during timing cover service.
What This Part Helps Address
- Oil seepage at the timing cover sealing surface
- Loss of seal integrity after timing cover removal
- Engine oil residue around the front cover area
- Leak-related contamination near the timing components
- Repeat sealing issues from worn or flattened gasket material
Installation Notes and Tips
Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the timing cover and engine block for damage, corrosion, or old sealant residue. Verify the gasket orientation and align it carefully during assembly so the sealing bead seats evenly. Follow the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and timing cover reassembly on the specific Ford Ranger, Ford Transit, or Land Rover Defender application.
Quality Assurance
Elring is known for engine sealing components used in professional repair environments. Part number 568.970 is built as a metal elastomer gasket to support accurate fitment and dependable sealing performance for the listed applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Ford | Ranger | XLT | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | — | — |
| 2021 | Ford | Ranger | XLT | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | — | — |
| 2020 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2020 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2019 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2019 | Ford | Transit-150 | — | — | — | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2019 | Ford | Transit-250 | — | — | — | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2019 | Ford | Transit-350 | — | — | — | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2019 | Ford | Transit-350 HD | — | — | — | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Transit | Base | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Transit-150 | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Transit-250 | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Transit-350 | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2018 | Ford | Transit-350 HD | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2017 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2017 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 3.2L | L5 | DIESEL | — |
| 2017 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2017 | Ford | Transit | Cargo | Standard Cargo Van | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2017 | Ford | Transit-150 | Base | Standard Cargo Van | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | — | — |
| 2016 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2016 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4WD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2016 | Ford | Transit | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2016 | Ford | Transit-150 | Base | Standard Cargo Van | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | — | — |
| 2016 | Land Rover | Defender | — | — | AWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2015 | Ford | Ranger | XL | Standard Cab Pickup | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2015 | Ford | Transit | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2015 | Ford | Transit-150 | Base | Standard Cargo Van | RWD | 3.2L | L5 | — | — |
| 2015 | Land Rover | Defender | — | — | AWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2014 | Ford | Transit | Base | Standard Cargo Van | FWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2014 | Land Rover | Defender | — | — | AWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2013 | Ford | Transit | — | — | RWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2013 | Land Rover | Defender | — | — | AWD | 2.2L | L4 | DIESEL | — |
| 2012 | Ford | Transit | Base | Cab & Chassis | FWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2012 | Land Rover | Defender | SE | Sport Utility | AWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
| 2011 | Ford | Transit | Base | Cab & Chassis | FWD | 2.2L | L4 | — | — |
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