Victor Reinz 71-31692-00 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Valve Cover Gasket Set for Volkswagen 2E Applications

Victor Reinz 71-31692-00 is an engine valve cover gasket set built for sealing the valve cover area against oil seepage and oil spray. It is engineered for Volkswagen 2E engine applications that operate near high heat sources such as exhaust manifolds, exhaust crossovers, and EGR systems.

Compatible with select Volkswagen Golf, Passat, and Corrado models, this gasket set supports a clean, dry engine top end when the original seal has hardened, cracked, or begun to leak. The Victor Reinz 71-31692-00 is a direct-fit sealing solution for specific 1990-1994 Volkswagen applications.

Key Features

• Engine valve cover gasket set for sealing the valve cover to the cylinder head
• Designed for heat exposure common in modern engine bays
• Built with quality sealing materials for Volkswagen 2E engine applications
• Compression limiter design is used where applicable to help prevent over-torquing and splitting
• Cross-references Elring 447.050 for the same application
• Cross-references OE number 026 103 483 F

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-31692-00 is intended for Volkswagen engines that need reliable valve cover sealing under elevated temperature conditions. The gasket material is selected to maintain sealing performance around oil and oil mist while resisting the thermal stress created by nearby exhaust components. This makes it a practical choice for maintaining the upper engine seal on 1990-1994 Volkswagen Corrado, 1991-1994 Volkswagen Passat with 2E engine, and 1991-1994 Volkswagen Golf applications listed below.

Fits 1993-1994 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, contains gasket only. Fits 1991-1994 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, to chassis #31P160000; with 2E engine. Fits 1990-1992 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A. Fits 1991-1992 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, to chassis #1HP490000; to chassis #1HPB140000; with 2E engine.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Oil drops forming under the vehicle after shutdown
• Oil spray collecting on nearby engine components
• Leakage caused by a hardened or heat-damaged gasket
• Sealing loss after repeated thermal cycling

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces before installation. Remove old gasket material, oil residue, and debris so the new gasket can seat evenly. Follow the manufacturer torque sequence and torque specification for the valve cover fasteners, especially on engines where compression limiters are used to control clamp load.

Verify chassis breakpoints and engine code before ordering. This part number, 71-31692-00, is listed for specific Volkswagen Golf, Passat, and Corrado fitments with 2E engine coverage in select years.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is known for sealing technology used in demanding engine environments. Part number 71-31692-00 is engineered to meet the sealing requirements of the listed Volkswagen applications and to support consistent valve cover sealing under heat and oil exposure.