Elring 901.490 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Elring Valve Cover Gasket for Audi and Volkswagen

Elring part number 901.490 is an engine valve cover gasket for specific Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is specified for cylinder 7-12 coverage and is used to maintain a sealed valve cover interface on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for the Elring sealing system range
• Specified for cylinders 7-12
• Direct fit for select Audi A8 Quattro and Volkswagen Phaeton applications
• Cross-reference part number: 07C 103 483 C
• Elring 901.490 for OE-style engine sealing service

Detailed Description

This Elring 901.490 valve cover gasket is used in engine sealing service where a precise gasket profile is needed to help maintain the valve cover seal on the specified cylinder bank. It fits 2005-2010 Audi A8 Quattro and 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, with fitment listed for cylinders 7-12. For buyers searching for an Audi A8 Quattro valve cover gasket or Volkswagen Phaeton engine gasket by part number 901.490, this listing matches the confirmed applications shown here.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the valve cover sealing surface
• Loss of sealing integrity around the cylinder head cover
• Engine bay oil residue from a worn gasket
• Maintenance needs during valve cover service
• Replacement of a leaking gasket on the listed Audi and Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm cylinder-bank orientation before installation and compare the removed gasket to the new Elring 901.490 part. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage before reassembly. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s engine configuration for 2005-2010 Audi A8 Quattro and 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton applications.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a sealing-system manufacturer known for OE-level engine gasket components. Part number 901.490 is listed with confirmed interchange references and vehicle fitment for the specified Audi and Volkswagen applications.