Victor Reinz 71-33071-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Gasket

OE-Style Thermostat Gasket for BMW Cooling Systems

Victor Reinz 71-33071-00 is an engine coolant thermostat gasket made from molded rubber for BMW applications with a plastic thermostat housing. It is built to support a precise seal at the thermostat housing, helping maintain proper coolant control in the engine cooling system.

Victor Reinz supplies sealing solutions to OE standards, and this gasket follows that approach with the fit and material selection needed for service work on BMW 325i, 330i, X5, and other covered models.

Key Features

• Molded rubber construction for a consistent sealing surface
• Engine coolant thermostat gasket for plastic housing applications
• OE-quality sealing technology from Victor Reinz
• Direct replacement for select BMW cooling system repairs
• Part number 71-33071-00 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This thermostat gasket is used in BMW cooling system service where the thermostat housing requires a reliable seal. Victor Reinz 71-33071-00 is listed for a wide range of BMW models, including 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci, 2001-2005 BMW 330i, and 2001-2005 BMW X5, along with additional 3 Series, 5 Series, Z3, Z4, and X3 applications. If you are replacing a leaking thermostat housing seal on a BMW 325i or 530i, this gasket provides the correct molded rubber sealing profile for the job.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35761 for the same application.

What It Helps Repair

• Coolant seepage at the thermostat housing
• Loss of sealing at the plastic thermostat housing interface
• Service issues during BMW cooling system maintenance
• Thermostat housing leaks on covered BMW 325i, 330i, and X5 models
• Seal deterioration from age and heat cycling

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the thermostat housing for warping, cracks, or coolant residue. Confirm the housing style matches the listed plastic housing application before ordering. For best results, replace the gasket during thermostat service and verify the cooling system is properly filled and bled after repair.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for OE-level gasket engineering and broad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicles. Part number 71-33071-00 is built to the same sealing expectations used in professional cooling system repairs.