Elring 714.230 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 714.230 Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 714.230 is an engine valve cover gasket made from polyacrylate rubber (ACM) for a precise sealing surface in Volkswagen applications. It is built for service on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Corrado models across the listed years, including 2000-2004 Volkswagen Golf and 1994-2002 Volkswagen Jetta.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head
• Polyacrylate rubber (ACM) construction for oil-resistant sealing performance
• OE-style replacement part for Volkswagen engine sealing service
• Elring part number 714.230 for catalog and service matching
• Cross-references Beck/Arnley 036-1663 and Victor Reinz 71-33851-00 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is designed for engine sealing service where a worn or leaking cover gasket can allow oil seepage around the top of the engine. The ACM material is selected for resistance to engine oil exposure and for maintaining a stable seal under normal operating temperatures. It is a direct-fit sealing component for Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, and Volkswagen Corrado applications listed below. The Elring 714.230 part number is also useful when cross-checking service records or sourcing a matching replacement for the same engine sealing application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2000-2004 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1994-2002 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Engine # from : AAA 146 001
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 1992-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A

What It Is Used For

• Stopping oil seepage from the valve cover area
• Replacing a hardened, cracked, or flattened gasket
• Restoring a proper seal after valve cover service
• Addressing oil residue around the cylinder head perimeter
• Supporting clean engine operation on Volkswagen Golf and Jetta models

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warping, damage, or contamination that could affect sealing. Confirm engine application details carefully, especially the 1999 Volkswagen Golf note for engine number AAA 146 001. Verify the gasket profile against the removed part before assembly to ensure the Elring 714.230 matches the engine configuration.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is produced as an engine sealing replacement for the listed Volkswagen applications. Use the part number 714.230 to confirm catalog match and application coverage before installation.