Elring 942.160 Exhaust Manifold Gasket

Exhaust Manifold Gasket with Heat Shield

Elring 942.160 is an exhaust manifold gasket with a heat shield for a wide range of GM vehicles. It is built for applications where a secure exhaust seal and added thermal protection are required, including Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, Cadillac CTS, and related models.

Key Features

• Exhaust manifold gasket with integrated heat shield
• Elring part number 942.160
• Direct-fit sealing component for exhaust manifold service
• Cross-references OE-style part numbers 12608475 and MS 19595 for the same application
• Compatible with multiple Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Pontiac, Saturn, and Buick applications

Detailed Description

Elring 942.160 is an exhaust manifold gasket engineered for sealing the joint between the exhaust manifold and cylinder head while the heat shield adds an extra layer of thermal management at the mounting point. This part number 942.160 is listed for a broad range of vehicles, including 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, 2007-2016 GMC Acadia, and 2004-2012 Cadillac CTS. It is also cataloged for applications such as Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Malibu, Cadillac STS, Pontiac G6, Pontiac G8, Saturn Aura, Saturn Outlook, Saturn Vue, and Buick Rendezvous.

What It Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-cylinder-head sealing surface
• Ticking or puffing noises from a leaking manifold gasket
• Heat-related wear around the exhaust manifold mounting area
• Loss of exhaust sealing after manifold service
• Replacement needs on GM vehicles with the correct OE-style gasket profile

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine application and gasket shape before installation, since this part number is used across multiple platforms and model years. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly, inspect the manifold for warpage or cracks, and follow the manufacturer’s torque sequence and specifications during reassembly. For fitment searches, use phrases such as exhaust manifold gasket for 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, or 2007-2016 GMC Acadia.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer, and this gasket is supplied as a dedicated exhaust sealing component with heat shield construction. Part number 942.160 is also referenced by OE-style cross numbers 12608475 and MS 19595 for the same application.