Victor Reinz 71-14961-00 Automatic Transmission Side Cover Gasket

OE-Style Transmission Side Cover Seal

Victor Reinz 71-14961-00 is an automatic transmission side cover gasket built with molded rubber and metal for a precise sealing surface. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for a wide range of GM and Volvo applications, including Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Grand Prix, and related 17-bolt side cover transmissions.

Key Features

• Molded rubber and metal construction for stable sealing performance
• One-piece design for a clean side cover seal
• Brown finish
• 16.000 face width and 0.100 thickness
• 17 mounting holes for 17-bolt transmission side cover applications
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-14961-00 is an automatic transmission side cover gasket engineered for vehicles that use a 17-bolt side cover pattern. The molded rubber and metal construction helps maintain sealing integrity across the transmission case interface, while the one-piece format supports accurate placement during service. This gasket is used across many Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, Oldsmobile, and Volvo models, including Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, and Pontiac Grand Prix applications.

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier, and this gasket reflects that OE-focused engineering approach for transmission sealing repairs. This part cross-references MAHLE W32865 for the same application. The part number 71-14961-00 is also commonly referenced when sourcing a replacement automatic transmission side cover gasket for 17-bolt GM and Volvo fitments.

What It Helps Repair

• Transmission fluid seepage at the side cover
• Leaks caused by a flattened or damaged gasket surface
• Sealing issues after transmission service or cover removal
• Fluid loss around 17-bolt side cover assemblies
• Repeat leaks from worn OE-style sealing materials

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the transmission side cover bolt count and gasket shape before installation. Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the cover and case for warpage, corrosion, or debris that could affect sealing. Confirm fitment for the exact vehicle and transmission configuration before ordering; this gasket is listed for applications such as Fits 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A; Fits 2000-2011 Chevrolet Impala, N/A; and Fits 1997-2005 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A. Additional fitments include Fits 1999-2006 Volvo S80, N/A and Fits 2003-2005 Volvo XC90, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz supplies OE-level sealing components used by manufacturers worldwide, and this gasket is built to meet the demands of transmission service on foreign and domestic vehicles. For buyers searching 71-14961-00 or Victor Reinz 71-14961-00, this part provides a specification-matched sealing option for the listed 17-bolt applications.