Mahle VS50101 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set for Nissan Applications

The Mahle VS50101 engine valve cover gasket set is built for sealing service on select Nissan engines. It uses molded rubber construction and OEM-standard materials to help maintain a clean, secure seal at the valve cover and camshaft plug area.

Compatible with 1989-1990 Nissan 240SX, 1990-1994 Nissan D21, and 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup, this Mahle VS50101 gasket set is a direct-fit sealing solution for common valve cover leak repairs.

Key Features

• Molded rubber valve cover gasket material for consistent sealing performance
• OEM standard item grade
• Camshaft plug included for supported applications
• Designed with 8 mounting holes
• Mahle sealing products are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide
• Cross-reference: Beck/Arnley 036-1418

Detailed Description

The Mahle VS50101 is an engine valve cover gasket set engineered for select Nissan 240SX, Nissan D21, and Nissan Pickup models. The molded rubber design helps maintain sealing integrity across the valve cover surface, while the included camshaft semi-circular plug addresses a common leak point on these engines. Mahle manufactures gaskets to OEM-standard expectations, making this set a practical choice for routine engine sealing service.

This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 036-1418 for the same application. The VS50101 also aligns with Datsun/Nissan 11051-40F00 and 13270-40F00, as well as FEL-PRO VS 50042 R and Rol VS10055.

What This Part Helps Address

• Oil seepage from the valve cover perimeter
• Leaks at the camshaft plug area
• Oil residue on the engine exterior
• Burning oil smell from seepage onto hot engine surfaces
• Maintenance issues caused by deteriorated rubber sealing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warpage or damage. Replace any hardened or contaminated sealing surfaces as needed, and verify proper alignment of the molded rubber gasket and camshaft plug during assembly. Follow the vehicle service manual for torque sequence and torque specifications.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians around the globe for sealing applications that require consistent fit and material quality. The VS50101 is built to OEM-standard expectations for the listed Nissan applications.