Victor Reinz 71-23796-00 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Victor Reinz Valve Cover Gasket Set for Mercedes-Benz

Victor Reinz 71-23796-00 is an engine valve cover gasket set built with molded rubber for dependable oil sealing at the valve cover. It is engineered to handle the heat and stress found near exhaust manifolds, cylinder head exhaust crossovers, and EGR systems on classic Mercedes-Benz diesel applications.

• Molded rubber construction for consistent sealing performance
• Designed to seal oil and oil spray at the valve cover
• Built to withstand elevated engine bay temperatures
• Compression limiter design helps reduce over-torquing and splitting where applicable
• OE-style sealing solution for Mercedes-Benz 300D, 300SD, and 300TD applications

Fitment and Cross References

Compatible with 1975-1982 Mercedes-Benz 300D, 1978-1982 Mercedes-Benz 300SD, and 1981-1982 Mercedes-Benz 300TD. This part cross-references Elring 237.868 and MAHLE VS50284 for the same application.

Use Victor Reinz 71-23796-00 when servicing a leaking valve cover on Mercedes-Benz 300D, 300SD, or 300TD diesel engines. The molded rubber sealing material is selected to maintain contact at the cover edge and help control oil seepage in high-temperature operating conditions. For buyers searching for a Mercedes-Benz 300D valve cover gasket set or a 300SD engine gasket replacement, this part number provides a direct sealing solution for the listed fitments.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Oil leaking from the valve cover perimeter
• Oil spray collecting around the cylinder head
• Seepage after gasket hardening or shrinkage
• Sealing issues caused by heat exposure near exhaust components
• Over-compression damage from improper torque on the cover

Installation Notes and Quality

Clean the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces before installation, and inspect the cover for warping or damage that could affect gasket contact. Follow factory torque specifications to avoid crushing the molded rubber seal. Victor Reinz focuses on modern sealing technology for engine gasket applications, and this gasket set uses compression-limiter design where appropriate to help maintain proper clamp load during service.