Question 1

Buying & Fitting Guide

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There are a wide variety of gasket types on a typical vehicle, from head gaskets which are installed between the cylinder head and the engine block to engine gaskets which seal out harmful elements and keep the engine safe and tightly sealed. To ensure that you get the correct head gasket, it is best to check the size and shape of the one currently installed so you can compare with the listed gaskets. Some important information for selecting the correct part is the type of gasket design needed (composite or metal), thickness, number of holes/ notches, bore diameter and date limitation of the unit. As car manufacturers regularly update certain peripherals and design of their models, some head gaskets will only be suitable for particular models of certain years. Note: It is always a good idea to replace head bolts with new ones when replacing the head gasket to reduce the risk of premature failure.

Question 2

Useful Fitting Accessories & Tools

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Click on the links below to find useful fitting accessories and tools:

Torches and Work Lights
Mechanic's Toolkit
Jacks and Axle Stands
Disposable Gloves and Hand Care
Cylinder Head Bolts
Screwdrivers
Plier Sets
Cleaning
Drain Pans and Funnels
Coolant

Question 3

Helpful Tips

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Gaskets have a bad tendency to overheat and then break due to engines that run too hot. As the metal heats up, it expands and then contracts when it cools, which can weaken from the metal just a little bit each time. Various chemicals that come in contact with the gaskets can also lead to their breakdown over time. You indicate another gasket failure by checking your engine oil. If it looks like chocolate milk or is watery and bubbly, then you’ve likely got coolant mixed into your oil. When you have one gasket that needs to be replaced, it’s best to replace them all at once. Whatever environmental factor that caused one of them to fail is likely to affect other gaskets, and pre-emptively replacing them all can save you expensive repairs down the road. Be sure to check the torque on your head gasket when you’re replacing it – even a new one may require re-torqueing to assure it’s resilient and can continue service. Assure that the head and the block are good and flat before putting a gasket back on. A gasket needs a flat surface to seal correctly.

Question 4

Elring Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Elring – the complete supplier. For professional repairs, place your trust in genuine gaskets, gasket sets and service parts from Elring – the reliable and experienced supplier of spare parts to original equipment standards. The entire Elring range of spare parts for passenger cars and commercial vehicles is designed to meet the requirements of the market. Supplying genuine brand name quality for all purposes, whether for overhauling an engine or working on cylinder-heads and crankshaft drives. Their international organisation ensures the rapid availability of the Elring range.

Elring Cylinder Head Gasket - 890662

€29.99

Item code: 223456

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Elring Cylinder Head Gasket

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Elring Cylinder Head Gaskets

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