Gasket, cylinder head

This cylinder head gasket from Elring creates a critical seal between the engine block and the cylinder head. Its primary purpose is to contain combustion gases within the cylinders while keeping oil and coolant channels separate. You can identify this specific part by its thickness of 1.43 mm and the presence of 3 holes for identification. The gasket utilizes MLS technology which stands for Multi Layer Steel. This construction method uses multiple sheets of steel to provide a robust and lasting seal against high engine pressures.

Gaskets are essential components used throughout vehicles to seal two or more parts together. When performing properly they block the flow of liquids effectively. This specific gasket ensures that your engine maintains proper compression and prevents vital fluids from mixing inside the block. A failure in this area can lead to significant damage to the engine, fuel system, and cooling system. The component must withstand extreme temperatures and pressure changes to allow the engine to operate efficiently without loss of power or fluid contamination.

We offer this product from Elring which produces this component to meet precise standards. You can reference this item using supplier code 150.451. It is specifically compatible with Volkswagen vehicles. The application list includes the VW Transporter T5, Multivan, California, and Touareg series. This covers various body styles such as the Bus, Box, and Chassis variants within the T5 platform.