Elring 725.870 Engine Valve Cover Gasket - Upper

Brand Elring 725.870
Position Upper
For Cylinder 1-3
Fits Audi · 21 vehicles

Engine valve cover gasket for sealing the valve cover to the engine.

Cross-references Beck/Arnley 036-1841, Elwis 1556065 and Four Seasons 83123 for the same application. See all 10.

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Elring 725.870 Valve Cover Gasket

Elring 725.870 is an engine valve cover gasket for the cylinder 1-3 side of the valve cover sealing system. It is built for direct-fit service on select Audi applications, including Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, and Audi A6 Quattro models.

Key Features

  • Engine valve cover gasket for cylinder 1-3 sealing
  • Fits select Audi A4 and Audi A4 Quattro applications
  • Fits select Audi A6 and Audi A6 Quattro applications
  • Also listed for Audi A4 Quattro upper-position applications
  • Elring part number 725.870 for catalog matching and service lookup

Detailed Description

This Elring valve cover gasket is used to restore the seal between the valve cover and cylinder head on supported Audi engines. Proper sealing helps maintain crankcase integrity and keeps oil contained at the top end of the engine. This part cross-references Victor Reinz 71-36046-00 for the same application.

Compatible With: 2005-2008 Audi A4, 2005-2009 Audi A4 Quattro, 2005-2009 Audi A6 Quattro, and 2006-2010 Audi A6. The part number 725.870 is also a useful reference when verifying the correct gasket for Audi A4 and Audi A6 service work.

What It Is Used For

  • Oil seepage at the valve cover sealing surface
  • Visible oil residue around the cylinder head area
  • Loss of sealing at the cylinder 1-3 side of the cover
  • Maintenance on Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, and A6 Quattro engines
  • Replacement of a worn or flattened valve cover gasket

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine application, cylinder coverage, and position before ordering. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage before installation. Follow the vehicle service procedure and torque sequence specified for the engine.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with OE-level engineering focus for engine gaskets and related components. Use part number 725.870 to verify catalog accuracy against the vehicle application.

This part fits 21 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2010AudiA63.2LV6GASN/A
2009AudiA4 QuattroConvertibleAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2009AudiA63.2LV6GASN/A
2009AudiA6 Quattro3.2LV6GASN/A
2008AudiA4FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2008AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2008AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASUpper
2008AudiA6FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2008AudiA6 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2007AudiA4FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2007AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2007AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASUpper
2007AudiA6FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2007AudiA6 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2006AudiA4FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2006AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2006AudiA6FWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2006AudiA6 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2005AudiA4EliteSedanFWD3.2LV6N/A
2005AudiA4 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
2005AudiA6 QuattroAWD3.2LV6GASN/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 10 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Beck/Arnley — 036-1841Elwis — 1556065Four Seasons — 83123Victor Reinz — 71-36046-0006E 103 484 G07.10.064440455P11106100VS520542SRX83123-01