Elring 864.490 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Elring Valve Cover Gasket Set for Hyundai and Kia

Elring part number 864.490 is an engine valve cover gasket set for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is built around a zinc-copper brazing alloy (Zn-Cu) material specification, supporting sealing-system service where a precise OE-style fit is required.

Compatible With 2009-2025 Hyundai Tucson, 2010-2022 Hyundai Elantra, 2011-2023 Hyundai Sonata, 2013-2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe, 2015 Hyundai ix35, 2011-2015 Kia Optima, 2014-2017 Kia Rondo, 2014-2022 Kia Sportage, 2014-2025 Kia Soul, and 2018-2020 Kia Optima.

• Elring engine valve cover gasket set for sealing-system service
• Zinc-copper brazing alloy (Zn-Cu) material specification
• OE-style replacement for select Hyundai and Kia engines
• Part number 864.490 for accurate ordering and lookup
• Cross-reference: 56064800 for the same application

Detailed Product Overview

Use Elring 864.490 when servicing valve cover sealing on supported Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Soul, and related models. This gasket set is intended to restore the seal between the valve cover and cylinder head, helping maintain proper engine oil containment at the top end of the engine. The material specification is centered on zinc-copper brazing alloy, which is used in sealing-system applications where controlled material performance matters.

Search terms such as Hyundai Sonata valve cover gasket set, Kia Sportage engine valve cover gasket, and Hyundai Elantra valve cover gasket replacement all align with this part’s fitment coverage. Elring 864.490 is also a useful reference when matching the correct sealing component by part number during engine maintenance.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Visible oil residue on the cylinder head or engine exterior
• Burning-oil odor from leakage onto hot engine surfaces
• Sealing deterioration during valve cover service
• Need for a direct-fit gasket replacement on listed Hyundai and Kia models

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces for damage, warpage, or old gasket residue. Follow the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and tightening specifications, and verify the application by year, make, and model before installation. Part number 864.490 should be matched to the exact engine application listed in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine sealing systems, and this part is identified by the OE-style reference 864.490 for application matching. Confirm fitment against the vehicle listing before purchase.