Elring 693.670 Exhaust Manifold Gasket

Exhaust Manifold Gasket with Heat Shield

Elring 693.670 is an exhaust manifold gasket built with a heat shield for added thermal protection at the manifold sealing point. It is a direct-fit sealing component for select Chevrolet, GMC, and Buick applications, including Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu, Trax, Cruze, GMC Terrain, and Buick Encore.

Key Features

• Exhaust manifold gasket with integrated heat shield
• Elring part number 693.670 for accurate ordering and replacement
• Seals the exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head interface
• Direct replacement for select 2015-2024 GM vehicles
• Cross-references OE-style part numbers for the same application, including 12 657 786 and 12 673 926

Detailed Description

Elring 693.670 is an exhaust manifold gasket engineered for vehicles that require a heat-shielded sealing solution at the exhaust manifold. This gasket helps maintain a tight seal where the manifold meets the engine, supporting proper exhaust routing on applications such as the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox, 2016-2024 Chevrolet Malibu, 2017-2024 GMC Terrain, 2021 Chevrolet Trax, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax, 2015-2019 Buick Encore, and 2015-2019 Chevrolet Cruze. If you are replacing a worn exhaust manifold gasket on a Chevrolet Malibu or GMC Terrain, this Elring 693.670 part provides the correct fitment for the listed vehicles.

What This Part Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold sealing surface
• Noise from a leaking exhaust manifold joint
• Heat-related deterioration of the original gasket
• Loss of sealing integrity after manifold service
• Check engine concerns related to exhaust leakage

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the manifold and cylinder head sealing surfaces before installation. Remove all old gasket material and verify that the heat shield is positioned correctly during assembly. Use the exact vehicle fitment listed for your Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu, Trax, Cruze, GMC Terrain, or Buick Encore before ordering. Elring 693.670 should be matched to the engine application and model year shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is built to OE-style fitment standards for the listed applications. Confirm part number 693.670 against the vehicle’s original exhaust manifold gasket before installation.