Elring 798.040 Engine Camshaft Seal

Elring 798.040 Camshaft Seal for OE-Style Engine Repair

Elring 798.040 is an engine camshaft seal built for precise sealing at the camshaft interface. With FPM (fluoride rubber) construction, a 10 mm height, and a dust lip, it is specified for applications that need reliable oil control and stable sealing performance in demanding engine environments.

Key Features

• Engine camshaft seal for sealing the camshaft area and helping control oil leakage
• FPM (fluoride rubber) material for heat- and fluid-resistant sealing performance
• 10 mm height, 32 mm inner diameter, and 47 mm outer diameter
• Dust cover with dust lip for added protection at the sealing edge
• Radial shaft seal design: ASW OF
• Swirl type: LD, with left-hand twist noted in fitment details
• Elring part number 798.040 for accurate ordering and catalog matching

Detailed Description

This Elring camshaft seal is a direct-fit sealing component for engine repair work where oil retention and shaft sealing accuracy matter. The FPM rubber construction is selected for durability in engine oil exposure, while the dust lip helps protect the sealing surface from contamination. Fitment includes Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q7 applications, along with additional Audi and Volkswagen models such as A6, A6 Quattro, Allroad Quattro, S4, Passat, Derby, A4, and EuroVan. This part number, 798.040, is also referenced in OE and aftermarket catalogs for the same application.

This part cross-references 028 103 086 C and 958 105 586 30 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Oil seepage at the camshaft seal area
• Visible engine oil leakage near the timing or transmission-end sealing surface
• Contamination entering the seal area and affecting sealing performance
• Restoring proper sealing during engine service or timing-related repairs
• Replacing a worn or hardened camshaft seal on Audi, Volkswagen, or Porsche applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the seal dimensions before installation: 10 mm height, 32 mm inner diameter, and 47 mm outer diameter. Confirm the engine-side application and seal orientation, especially on listings marked transmission end or transmission sided. Clean the shaft and housing thoroughly before pressing the seal into place, and inspect the camshaft surface for wear or scoring that could affect sealing. Match the vehicle application carefully for Audi Q7, Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and other listed fitments.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine gaskets and sealing systems, and this camshaft seal is built to OE-style dimensional specifications for accurate fitment and dependable sealing performance.