Victor Reinz 71-13556-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Gasket - Outer

OE-Style Coolant Thermostat Gasket

Victor Reinz 71-13556-00 is an engine coolant thermostat gasket made from fiber for a precise seal at the thermostat housing. It is built for direct replacement service on a wide range of GM cars and trucks, including Buick LeSabre, Chevrolet Camaro, and Pontiac Firebird applications.

As an OE supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on sealing technology that matches original equipment expectations for fit and function. This gasket is a practical choice when servicing the thermostat area on 1992-1998 Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

Key Features

• Fiber construction for thermostat housing sealing
• Engine coolant thermostat gasket for cooling system service
• OE-quality sealing technology from Victor Reinz
• Direct replacement for many 1992-1998 GM applications
• Part number 71-13556-00 for accurate ordering and lookup

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-13556-00 is engineered for the thermostat outlet area where a reliable coolant seal is critical. The fiber material helps create a consistent sealing surface between mating components, supporting leak-free cooling system repairs on vehicles such as the Buick Park Avenue, Chevrolet S10, Oldsmobile 88, and Pontiac Bonneville. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35595 for the same application.

Use this gasket when replacing a thermostat or resealing the coolant outlet on supported GM platforms. The part number 71-13556-00 is also useful when matching service parts for Buick Regal, Chevrolet Astro, GMC Sonoma, and Pontiac Grand Prix fitments.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant seepage at the thermostat housing
• Leaks after thermostat replacement
• Sealing issues from a worn or compressed gasket
• Coolant odor or residue near the outlet area
• Loss of seal integrity during cooling system service

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and remove old gasket material completely. Verify the thermostat housing style and match the gasket to the 2-bolt-hole configuration noted in the fitment data. Confirm application details by vehicle year, make, and model before ordering 71-13556-00.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket and sealing systems used by manufacturers worldwide. That OE background supports consistent material selection and engineering for service replacement applications.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 1996-1998 Buick LeSabre, Outer, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Buick Park Avenue, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1996-1998 Buick Regal, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Buick Riviera, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Chevrolet Camaro, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Oldsmobile 88, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1996-1998 Oldsmobile LSS, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1997-1998 Oldsmobile Regency, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Pontiac Bonneville, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1998 Pontiac Firebird, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1997-1998 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995-1996 Oldsmobile 98, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1995 Chevrolet Astro, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1995 Chevrolet Blazer, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet S10, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1995 GMC Jimmy, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1995 GMC Safari, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1995 GMC Sonoma, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1994 Chevrolet S10 Blazer, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1994 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2 Bolt Holes, Fiber
• Fits 1992-1993 Chevrolet S10, Fiber engine coolant outlet gasket