Elring 767.859 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring Cylinder Head Gasket for BMW 318i

Elring part number 767.859 is an engine cylinder head gasket built with a fibre composite gasket design and an installed thickness of 1.74 mm. With an 85 mm diameter, it is specified for select BMW 318i, 318is, and 318ti applications where accurate sealing and correct compression thickness are required.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head gasket for BMW applications
• Elring 767.859 part number for direct reference
• Fibre composite gasket design
• Thickness and installed thickness: 1.74 mm
• Diameter: 85 mm
• Additional required article: 802.760

Detailed Description

This Elring cylinder head gasket is specified for 1991-1995 BMW 318i, 1991-1995 BMW 318is, and 1995 BMW 318ti applications. The 85 mm bore size and 1.74 mm installed thickness are important details for matching the engine’s sealing surface and maintaining proper head-to-block sealing. If you are sourcing Elring 767.859 for a BMW 318i or BMW 318is engine rebuild, these dimensions should be verified against the engine specification before installation.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 54682 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Compression loss between the cylinder head and engine block
• Combustion gas seepage into the cooling system
• Oil and coolant mixing caused by a failed head gasket
• Sealing issues after cylinder head service or engine repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the required additional article 802.760 before beginning the repair. Clean and inspect the cylinder head and block mating surfaces, and verify that the 85 mm diameter and 1.74 mm thickness match the engine specification for the vehicle being serviced. Follow the manufacturer’s torque sequence and tightening procedure during assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine sealing systems, and this gasket is built to the listed dimensional specifications for the stated BMW applications. Use the part number 767.859 and the engine measurements to confirm correct selection before installation.