Victor Reinz 61-54235-00 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket - Right

Victor Reinz MLS Cylinder Head Gasket

The Victor Reinz 61-54235-00 cylinder head gasket is built for secure sealing under high combustion pressure and extreme engine temperatures. It is a multi-piece MLS gasket made for right-side applications on select Toyota trucks and SUVs, including Tacoma, Tundra, 4Runner, and T100.

Key Features

• MLS construction for consistent sealing across the head and block surfaces
• Multi-piece configuration for the specified engine application
• 0.0550 thickness for proper compression and sealing stack-up
• 3.7700 cylinder bore diameter
• Regular grade type for OE-style service replacement
• No gasket sealant included

Detailed Product Information

Victor Reinz 61-54235-00 is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for lasting macro and micro sealing against fuel, oil, water, and anti-freeze. The MLS design helps maintain clamp load integrity in demanding operating conditions, while the selected materials support resistance to combustion pressure and thermal cycling. This gasket is a direct service part for right-side cylinder head applications on 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma, 2000-2004 Toyota Tundra, 1999-2002 Toyota 4Runner, 1996-1998 Toyota 4Runner, and 1995-1998 Toyota T100. This part cross-references MAHLE 54137A for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Oil seepage between the head and engine block
• Compression loss from a compromised head gasket
• Cross-contamination between oil and coolant passages
• Sealing issues after cylinder head service on Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, 4Runner, or T100 engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma, right; 2000-2004 Toyota Tundra, right; 1999-2002 Toyota 4Runner, right; 1996-1998 Toyota 4Runner, right, from 01/99; requires replacement; without cylinder head bolts; and 1995-1998 Toyota T100, right. Verify cylinder head and block surfaces are clean, flat, and free of old gasket material before installation. Follow the engine service procedure for torque sequence, torque stages, and any required head inspection or machining. Use the correct gasket orientation for the right-side bank and confirm all passages align before final assembly. Victor Reinz 61-54235-00 should be installed as part of a complete cylinder head service process.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz cylinder head gaskets are produced with OE-proven materials and design practices from Dana Incorporated resources, with attention to sealing performance under heat, pressure, and fluid exposure.