Victor Reinz 15-10116-01 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set for Audi and Volkswagen

Victor Reinz 15-10116-01 is an engine valve cover gasket set built for sealing oil at the valve cover and spark plug tube areas on select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It uses molded rubber and metal construction to handle heat exposure from exhaust manifolds, cylinder head crossovers, and EGR-related temperatures.

For drivers searching for a valve cover gasket set for Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi S4, Audi Allroad Quattro, or Volkswagen Passat, this Victor Reinz part number 15-10116-01 provides a direct sealing solution for common oil leak repair needs.

Key Features

• Molded rubber and metal construction for sealing performance
• Two-piece configuration for covered applications
• Designed for high-temperature engine environments
• Compression limiter design helps reduce over-torquing and splitting where applicable
• Regular grade replacement part for service repairs
• Fits applications with spark plug tube seals noted in the fitment data

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 15-10116-01 is engineered as an engine valve cover gasket set for select 1997-2005 Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. The molded rubber and metal material combination supports a reliable seal against oil and oil spray while maintaining stability in areas exposed to elevated engine heat. This makes it a practical choice for repairing valve cover seepage on vehicles such as the Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi S4, Audi Allroad Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat.

This part cross-references MAHLE VS50378 for the same application. The fitment data also lists interchange numbers VS25202 and VS50702R. Use part number 15-10116-01 when matching the correct gasket set to your engine configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leaking from the valve cover sealing surface
• Oil residue collecting around the cylinder head
• Oil seepage near spark plug tube areas
• Burning-oil odor caused by external engine leaks
• Wet engine surfaces from deteriorated gasket material

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine code and gasket profile before installation, since the fitment covers multiple Audi and Volkswagen models. Clean the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces thoroughly before assembly, and inspect the cover for warpage or damage that could affect sealing. Follow factory torque specifications during installation to help prevent gasket distortion.

Compatible With 1997-2001 Audi A4, N/A; 1998-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; 1998-2001 Audi A6, N/A; 1998-2004 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2000-2002 Audi S4, N/A; 2001-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, N/A; 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is known for sealing technology used in demanding engine environments, and this gasket set reflects that focus with heat-resistant materials and compression-limiter design where applicable. Part number 15-10116-01 is built for service replacement on the listed Audi and Volkswagen applications.