Mahle VS50385 Engine Valve Cover Gasket

Mahle VS50385 Valve Cover Gasket

The Mahle VS50385 engine valve cover gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution for select Dodge and Jeep applications. Built with molded rubber/plastic construction, it is made to maintain a consistent seal at the valve cover and help control oil leakage in service.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head
• Molded rubber/plastic material for OE-style fit and sealing performance
• OEM standard item grade
• 0.18 in. thickness / 4.69 mm thickness
• 11 bolt hole quantity for the specified application
• No PCV valve grommet included
• Mahle VS50385 for direct replacement service

Detailed Description

Mahle designs sealing products for OEM and technician use, and the VS50385 follows that approach with a molded rubber/plastic gasket profile for dependable valve cover sealing. This part is listed for 1997-2002 Dodge Dakota, 1997-2002 Jeep TJ, 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler, and 1997-2000 Jeep Cherokee. If you are sourcing a valve cover gasket for a 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler or a 1997-2002 Dodge Dakota, Mahle VS50385 provides the correct sealing format for the listed applications.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO (e.g., VS 50502 R) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Helps Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Loss of sealing integrity from a worn or flattened gasket
• Oil residue collecting on the engine exterior
• Maintenance issues caused by an aging valve cover seal
• Leak-related contamination around the top of the engine

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces before installation. Inspect the cover for warpage, cracks, or debris that can affect sealing, and verify the bolt pattern and gasket seating surface match the application before tightening to specification. For a 1997-2000 Jeep Cherokee or 1997-2002 Jeep TJ, confirm the engine configuration matches the listed fitment before installation.

Quality Assurance

Mahle sealing products are built to OEM-standard expectations and are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide for engine sealing applications.