Elring 860.130 Engine Valve Cover Grommet

Elring Valve Cover Grommet for VW and Audi

Elring 860.130 is an inner engine valve cover grommet made from ACM (polyacrylate) for reliable sealing at the valve cover interface. It is specified for applications that require two grommets, helping maintain a secure seal on compatible Volkswagen and Audi engines.

Key Features

• Brand: Elring
• Part number: 860.130
• Engine valve cover grommet, inner fitting position
• Material: ACM (polyacrylate)
• Required quantity: 2
• Cross-reference: 03L 103 487, 059 103 631 D

Detailed Description

Built for engine sealing service, Elring 860.130 is a valve cover grommet used at the inner position to help maintain proper compression and sealing around the valve cover assembly. The ACM (polyacrylate) construction is selected for engine environments where heat and oil exposure are common. This part number is listed for a wide range of Volkswagen and Audi vehicles, including Volkswagen Amarok, Caddy, Crafter, Passat, Polo, Beetle, Jetta, and Audi A3, A1, TT, Q3, Q5, A4, A5, and A6 applications. If you are sourcing Elring 860.130 for a Volkswagen Amarok or Audi A3 repair, verify the engine and seal location against the original part before installation.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover sealing area
• Loss of sealing tension at the inner grommet location
• Degraded rubber or polyacrylate grommets from heat cycling
• Maintenance replacement during valve cover service
• Fitment matching for OE-style sealing repairs on VW and Audi engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the inner fitting position and required quantity before ordering. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the valve cover and fastener areas for wear, and replace both grommets when the application calls for two. For best results, match the part number 860.130 to the vehicle’s original seal specification and verify compatibility with the engine code on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Elring is known for engine sealing components used in demanding automotive service environments. This part is manufactured as a dedicated sealing component for Volkswagen and Audi applications, with material selection focused on dependable fit and sealing performance.