The Elring Klinger Valve Cover Gasket 473.660 is a direct-fit replacement gasket for the valve cover on Audi and VW 4.2L FSI V8 engines. It seals the top of the cylinder head to prevent oil leaks and maintain engine cleanliness. Made to OE specifications by a leading gasket manufacturer, it ensures a reliable seal and easy installation.
Key Features & Benefits
- Prevents oil leaks: Seals the valve cover to cylinder head interface.
- OE-quality fit: Matches original gasket dimensions and materials.
- Durable construction: Resists heat and oil degradation over time.
- Essential for engine maintenance: Replace during valve cover removal for gasket jobs.
- Trusted brand: Elring Klinger is a premier OEM supplier of gaskets.
Vehicle Fitment
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A4 B6 (8E2) | 2003–2004 | S4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B6 Avant (8E5) | 2003–2004 | S4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 (8EC) | 2004–2008 | S4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 (8EC) | 2005–2008 | RS4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Avant (8ED) | 2004–2008 | S4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Avant (8ED) | 2005–2008 | RS4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Convertible (8HE) | 2005–2009 | S4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Convertible (8HE) | 2006–2008 | RS4 quattro |
| AUDI | A4 B8 Avant (8K5) | 2012–2015 | RS4 quattro |
| AUDI | A5 (8T3) | 2007–2012 | S5 quattro |
| AUDI | A5 (8T3) | 2010–2017 | RS5 quattro |
| AUDI | A5 Convertible (8F7) | 2012–2015 | RS5 quattro |
| AUDI | A6 Allroad C6 (4FH) | 2006–2010 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | A6 C6 (4F2) | 2004–2006 | 4.2 quattro |
| AUDI | A6 C6 (4F2) | 2006–2011 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | A6 C6 Avant (4F5) | 2005–2006 | 4.2 quattro |
| AUDI | A6 C6 Avant (4F5) | 2006–2011 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | A8 D3 (4E2, 4E8) | 2006–2010 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | A8 D4 (4H2, 4H8, 4HC, 4HL) | 2009–2012 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | Q7 (4LB) | 2006–2010 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | Q7 Van (4LB) | 2006–2010 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | R8 (422, 423) | 2007–2010 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | R8 (422, 423) | 2010–2015 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| AUDI | R8 Spyder (427, 429) | 2010–2015 | 4.2 FSI quattro |
| VW | TOUAREG (7LA, 7L6, 7L7) | 2006–2010 | 4.2 V8 FSI |
| VW | TOUAREG (7P5, 7P6) | 2011–2018 | 4.2 V8 FSI |
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 473.660 |
| OEM Cross Reference | 079103649C |
Installation Notes
Simple replacement; clean mounting surfaces and torque to specifications.
About Elring Klinger
Elring Klinger is a globally recognized manufacturer of gaskets and sealing solutions, supplying original equipment to many European automakers.
This part also goes by the following cross reference.
Cross Reference Part Number: 079103649C
Fits These Vehicles
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A5 (8T3) | S5 quattro | 2007–2012 |
| AUDI | A5 (8T3) | RS5 quattro | 2010–2017 |
| AUDI | A5 Convertible (8F7) | RS5 quattro | 2012–2015 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW | TOUAREG (7P5, 7P6) | 4.2 V8 FSI | 2011–2018 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A4 B7 (8EC) | S4 quattro | 2004–2008 |
| AUDI | A4 B7 (8EC) | RS4 quattro | 2005–2008 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | Q7 (4LB) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2010 |
| AUDI | Q7 Van (4LB) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2010 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A6 Allroad C6 (4FH) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2010 |
| AUDI | A6 C6 (4F2) | 4.2 quattro | 2004–2006 |
| AUDI | A6 C6 (4F2) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2011 |
| AUDI | A6 C6 Avant (4F5) | 4.2 quattro | 2005–2006 |
| AUDI | A6 C6 Avant (4F5) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2011 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A8 D3 (4E2, 4E8) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006–2010 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A4 B6 (8E2) | S4 quattro | 2003–2004 |
| AUDI | A4 B6 Avant (8E5) | S4 quattro | 2003–2004 |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Avant (8ED) | S4 quattro | 2004–2008 |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Avant (8ED) | RS4 quattro | 2005–2008 |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Convertible (8HE) | S4 quattro | 2005–2009 |
| AUDI | A4 B7 Convertible (8HE) | RS4 quattro | 2006–2008 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | R8 (422, 423) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2007–2010 |
| AUDI | R8 (422, 423) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2010–2015 |
| AUDI | R8 Spyder (427, 429) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2010–2015 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW | TOUAREG (7LA, 7L6, 7L7) | 4.2 V8 FSI | 2006–2010 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A8 D4 (4H2, 4H8, 4HC, 4HL) | 4.2 FSI quattro | 2009–2012 |
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A4 B8 Avant (8K5) | RS4 quattro | 2012–2015 |