Victor Reinz 71-39366-00 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Victor Reinz Valve Cover Gasket Set

The Victor Reinz 71-39366-00 engine valve cover gasket set is built for BMW engines that need a reliable seal at the valve cover. Its molded rubber construction is designed to maintain sealing performance in high-heat areas around exhaust manifolds, cylinder head crossovers, and EGR systems.

For BMW 335i, 535i, Z4, and related turbocharged applications, this gasket set helps address oil seepage at the valve cover and keeps oil spray contained where the engine needs it most.

Key Features

• Molded rubber material for consistent sealing at the valve cover
• Engineered for high-temperature environments near exhaust and EGR components
• Designed to seal oil and oil spray at the valve cover interface
• Compression-limiter design is used where applicable to reduce over-torquing and splitting
• Direct-fit sealing solution for select BMW inline-six applications

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-39366-00 is an engine valve cover gasket set made for select BMW models, including 2007-2010 BMW 335i, 2008-2010 BMW 535i, and 2009-2016 BMW Z4. It is also listed for applications such as the 2011 BMW 1 Series M, 2011-2013 BMW 335is, and 2011-2012 BMW 740i and 740Li. This part cross-references MAHLE VS50545 for the same application.

As a molded rubber gasket set, it is intended to restore the sealing surface between the valve cover and cylinder head on engines that are prone to oil leaks from heat cycling and age. The Victor Reinz 71-39366-00 is a practical choice when servicing BMW valve cover sealing on models like the BMW 335i and BMW Z4.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leaking from the valve cover seam
• Oil residue on the engine exterior
• Oil smell from seepage onto hot engine components
• Loss of sealing integrity from heat exposure and aging rubber
• Repeated seepage after prior valve cover service

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation. Inspect the cover for warpage, cracks, or damage that could affect sealing. Follow the manufacturer’s torque specifications and tightening sequence to avoid distorting the gasket or cover.

Verify engine fitment by year, make, and model before ordering. This part number, 71-39366-00, is listed for multiple BMW applications, so matching the exact vehicle is important for proper service.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is known for sealing-system engineering focused on OE-style durability and heat resistance. The molded rubber construction and compression-limiter design used where applicable reflect that approach to long-term valve cover sealing performance.