Victor Reinz 61-54055-00 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket - Left

Victor Reinz 61-54055-00 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Victor Reinz 61-54055-00 engine cylinder head gasket is built for secure sealing between the cylinder head and engine block. With MLS construction and a one-piece configuration, it is suited for Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, 4Runner, and FJ Cruiser applications that require reliable sealing under heat and combustion pressure.

Key Features

• MLS (multi-layer steel) construction for durable sealing performance
• One-piece design for a precise cylinder head gasket fit
• 0.0200 thickness for the specified engine application
• 3.7830 cylinder bore diameter
• Regular grade type for standard replacement use
• No gasket sealant included
• Fits left-side applications on select Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra, Toyota 4Runner, and Toyota FJ Cruiser models

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 61-54055-00 is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for dependable macro and micro sealing in demanding combustion environments. The MLS material helps resist high temperatures, combustion pressure, and exposure to fuel, oil, water, and anti-freeze. This makes it a practical replacement choice for select Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra, Toyota 4Runner, and Toyota FJ Cruiser engines where accurate sealing is critical to engine performance.

This part cross-references MAHLE 54463 for the same application. If you are searching for a Victor Reinz head gasket for Toyota Tacoma 2005-2015, Toyota Tundra 2005-2010, Toyota 4Runner 2003-2009, or Toyota FJ Cruiser 2007-2009, part number 61-54055-00 is the relevant OE-style replacement reference.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Oil seepage between the head and block
• Compression loss from a compromised head gasket
• Combustion gas leakage affecting engine operation
• Seal failure caused by heat cycling and pressure exposure

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine code, cylinder bore, and left-side application before installation.
• Inspect the cylinder head and block surfaces for flatness, corrosion, and residue.
• Follow factory torque sequence and torque-angle procedures during assembly.
• Replace related sealing components as required by the repair procedure.
• Confirm the gasket orientation matches the engine layout before final tightening.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz uses materials and designs selected from Dana Incorporated’s global engineering resources, with a focus on OE-proven strength and resistance to demanding engine conditions. This gasket is built to support lasting sealing performance in the specified Toyota applications.