Victor Reinz 15-10718-01 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Victor Reinz Valve Cover Gasket Set

Restore a clean, sealed valve cover area with the Victor Reinz 15-10718-01 engine valve cover gasket set. Built with molded rubber and a multi-piece configuration, it is made for engines that need reliable oil sealing under heat and vibration.

Compatible with 2006-2009 Ford Fusion, 2006-2009 Mercury Milan, and 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, this gasket set addresses common leak points around the valve cover. The 15-10718-01 part number is a direct reference for shoppers comparing replacement options for these applications.

Key Features

• Molded rubber construction for consistent sealing performance
• Multi-piece design for application-specific valve cover sealing
• Regular grade type for standard replacement service
• Built to handle oil, oil spray, and elevated engine temperatures
• Compression-limiter design used where applicable to help reduce over-torquing and gasket damage
• Cross-reference part numbers include VS25614, VS50644R, and MAHLE VS50412

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 15-10718-01 is an engine valve cover gasket set engineered for sealing the valve cover against oil leaks in demanding underhood conditions. The molded rubber material helps maintain a stable seal as the engine heats and cools, while the multi-piece layout supports the original sealing design used on the listed Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. If you are replacing a leaking valve cover gasket on a 2006-2009 Ford Fusion, 2006-2009 Mercury Milan, or 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, this part number provides a focused OE-style replacement path.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Oil spots on the driveway or garage floor
• Burning oil odor from leaks near hot exhaust components
• Wet or dirty engine surfaces caused by gasket failure
• Sealing loss from heat cycling and age-related hardening

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the valve cover and mating surfaces before installation, and clean away old gasket material, oil residue, and debris. Follow the manufacturer torque sequence and torque specification for the engine to help prevent distortion, splitting, or sealing issues. Verify the application by year, make, and model before ordering the 15-10718-01 gasket set.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is known for sealing technology used in engine gasket applications, with designs that address heat, oil exposure, and proper clamp load control. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.