Victor Reinz 61-54165-00 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Victor Reinz Cylinder Head Gasket 61-54165-00

Victor Reinz 61-54165-00 is an engine cylinder head gasket built for secure macro and micro sealing in high-compression engine environments. It is engineered to help maintain separation between combustion gases and critical fluids while supporting reliable sealing under heat, pressure, and chemical exposure.

Key Features

• OE-proven sealing design for cylinder head applications
• Resists exposure to fuel, oil, water, and anti-freeze
• Built for extreme temperatures and high-combustion pressures
• Uses materials selected from Dana Incorporated global engineering resources
• Direct replacement for Mazda applications listed below

Detailed Description

This Victor Reinz cylinder head gasket is made for Mazda engines that require dependable sealing between the cylinder head and engine block. The 61-54165-00 part number is associated with applications such as 2010-2014 Mazda 3 with the L5-VE engine, 2009-2013 Mazda 6 with the L5-VE engine, 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 with the L5-VE engine, and 2012-2015 Mazda 5. This part cross-references L504-10-271 for the same application. For buyers searching for a Mazda 3 head gasket, Mazda 6 cylinder head gasket, or Mazda CX-7 engine gasket, Victor Reinz 61-54165-00 provides a direct-fit sealing solution for the listed vehicles.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Oil seepage between the head and block
• Combustion pressure loss from a compromised gasket
• Cross-contamination between oil, coolant, and combustion chambers
• Sealing issues after cylinder head service or engine repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and vehicle year before installation, especially on Mazda 3, Mazda 6, and Mazda CX-7 models with the L5-VE engine. Follow factory torque procedures, inspect the cylinder head and block for flatness, and replace any related sealing surfaces that show damage or warpage. This listing notes replacement without cylinder head bolts for certain applications, so confirm the repair plan before beginning work.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz gaskets are developed with OE-level sealing requirements in mind and are engineered for resistance to heat, pressure, and common engine fluids. The 61-54165-00 reflects Victor Reinz sealing technology used across global engine applications.