Victor Reinz 71-31308-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal - Upper

Overview

Victor Reinz 71-31308-00 is an engine coolant thermostat housing seal for select Porsche, Volkswagen, and Audi applications. It is built for sealing repairs where a precise gasket fit is needed to restore coolant system integrity.

Fits 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne, N/A. Fits 2016-2017 Porsche Cayenne, N/A. Fits 2006-2008 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Fits 2012-2017 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Fits 2007-2017 Volkswagen Touareg, N/A. Fits 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, N/A. Fits 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A. Fits 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, N/A. Fits 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A. Fits 2007-2010 Audi Q7, N/A. Fits 2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, N/A.

Key Features

• OE-quality gasket technology for sealing repairs.
• Engine coolant thermostat housing seal construction.
• Victor Reinz original equipment supplier pedigree.
• Broad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicles.
• Part number 71-31308-00 for catalog matching.

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-31308-00 is a thermostat housing seal made for coolant system service on compatible Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Touareg, Volkswagen CC, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Rabbit, and Audi Q7 applications. As an OE supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on gasket engineering that supports accurate sealing and consistent repair results. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35879 and MAHLE C32262 for the same application.

The 71-31308-00 seal is a practical choice when replacing a leaking thermostat housing gasket during cooling system maintenance. It is suited to repair work where the sealing surface must be restored without changing the surrounding assembly.

Common Uses

• Stops coolant seepage at the thermostat housing.
• Addresses sealing failure from age or heat cycling.
• Helps correct coolant odor or visible residue around the housing.
• Supports repair of a compromised thermostat housing seal.

Installation Notes

Verify the exact engine and housing style before ordering, since fitment varies across model years. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the housing for warping, cracks, or corrosion before installation. Use the vehicle-specific service procedure for torque and coolant refill steps.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket technology used by manufacturers worldwide. Part number 71-31308-00 is built to OE-quality sealing standards for repair-focused applications.