Victor Reinz 71-16588-00 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Victor Reinz 71-16588-00 is a fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket for select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is built for sealing the throttle body to the intake system, helping maintain proper air control and a secure seal on service repairs.

Key Features

• OE-quality gasket technology and engineering from Victor Reinz
• Designed for fuel injection throttle body mounting applications
• Supports a tight seal at the throttle body-to-intake interface
• Broad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicle applications
• Part number 71-16588-00 for accurate ordering and lookup

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-16588-00 is a direct-fit sealing component for throttle body service on select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Passat models. Victor Reinz supplies sealing products to vehicle manufacturers, and this gasket reflects that OE-focused approach for repair work where a reliable throttle body seal is required. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 61491 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Air leaks at the throttle body mounting surface
• Rough idle caused by a compromised intake seal
• Throttle body sealing issues after service or replacement
• Vacuum-related drivability concerns tied to gasket wear
• Intake air leakage on Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Audi A4/A6 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and inspect the throttle body flange for damage or warping. Verify the gasket matches the vehicle application before assembly. For fitment reference, this part fits 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, 2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, 2005-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, 1998-2006 Audi A4 Quattro, 1997-2005 Audi A4, 1998-2004 Audi A6, and 1998-2004 Audi A6 Quattro.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket and sealing systems used by manufacturers worldwide. Part number 71-16588-00 is engineered to meet OE-style sealing requirements for dependable service on the listed Volkswagen and Audi platforms.