Elring 825.042 Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

Elring Valve Stem Oil Seal Set for Volkswagen and Audi

Elring 825.042 is an engine valve stem oil seal set built for applications that use a 7 mm valve stem diameter. Made from FPM (fluoride rubber), it is specified for heat and oil resistance in the valve train area, where sealing performance is critical to controlling oil entry into the combustion chamber.

• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for demanding engine sealing conditions
• 7 mm valve stem diameter specification
• Engine valve stem oil seal set for valve train service
• Fits a wide range of Volkswagen, Audi, Saab, Volvo, and BMW applications
• Elring part number 825.042 for direct catalog lookup

Detailed Product Information

This Elring valve stem oil seal set is used in engines that require a 7 mm stem seal and an FPM sealing material. It is a practical choice for service work on Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Beetle, Passat, and Audi A4 applications, as well as other listed fitments such as Saab 900, Volvo S40, and BMW M3. If you are searching for an Elring 825.042 valve stem seal set for Volkswagen Jetta or Audi A4 engine repair, this part number provides a direct match reference for catalog and fitment verification.

This part cross-references MAHLE SS45618 and Victor Reinz 12-26058-02 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1987-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2013 Volkswagen Multivan, N/A
• Fits 1998-2011 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
• Fits 1998-2010 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 2006-2010 Volkswagen Bora, N/A
• Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, N/A
• Fits 2010 Volkswagen Saveiro, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Volkswagen EuroVan, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, N/A
• Fits 2002-2009 Volkswagen Pointer, N/A
• Fits 2006-2008 Audi A4, N/A
• Fits 1997 Audi A4, N/A
• Fits 2005-2007 Volkswagen Derby, N/A
• Fits 2002-2003 Volkswagen Derby, N/A
• Fits 1987-2007 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2003-2007 Volkswagen Polo, N/A
• Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 1990-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 2003-2004 Volvo V40, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volvo V40, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Saab 9-3, N/A
• Fits 2000-2003 Volvo S40, N/A
• Fits 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A
• Fits 1998-1999 BMW Z3, N/A
• Fits 1984-1998 Saab 900, N/A
• Fits 1986-1998 Saab 9000, N/A
• Fits 1995-1996 Volkswagen Caravelle, N/A
• Fits 1993-1994 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Engine Number from AAZ 678 001
• Fits 1991-1992 BMW 318is, N/A
• Fits 1987-1992 Volvo 740, N/A
• Fits 1991-1992 Volvo 940, N/A
• Fits 1988-1991 BMW M3, N/A
• Fits 1990 Audi 80, N/A

Common Repair Uses

• Oil consumption caused by worn valve stem seals
• Blue smoke on startup or during deceleration
• Oil fouling on spark plugs from valve train leakage
• Loss of sealing performance in high-temperature engine service
• Valve train maintenance on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Audi A4 engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the valve stem diameter before installation; this Elring 825.042 seal is specified for 7 mm stems. Confirm engine code and application details against the vehicle listing, especially for models with notes such as the 1993-1994 Volkswagen Golf engine number requirement. Clean the valve guide area thoroughly and inspect the valve stems for wear or scoring before fitting new seals.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this valve stem oil seal set uses FPM material selected for engine oil and heat exposure in valve train service. Always confirm part number 825.042 against the engine specification before installation.