Head Gasket

Upgrade your Mini's engine with the Cylinder Head Gasket Asbestos-Free (0.90MM) N12 N16 1.6L Engine. This asbestos-free gasket is designed to replace a blown gasket or to accompany a performance head upgrade. Contoured to fit your Mini's engine block, this stock size gasket ensures proper alignment with all connecting routes for oil, coolant, and mechanical fastener holes when crushed under proper torque. Invest in this standard size gasket for reliable performance and engine integrity.

• Asbestos-free construction for safety
• Suitable for replacing blown gaskets or upgrading to a performance head
• Contoured to fit Mini's engine block
• Ensures proper alignment with all connecting routes
• Crushes under proper torque for a secure seal
• Standard size for compatibility with Mini engines

This set of top-end gaskets is a both a time and money saver. It includes all of the commonly replaced gaskets, seals, and o-rings when pulling the cylinder head for overhaul. Having these on hand instead of chasing them down at the last minute will save you time, money, and frustration. With the head off the car you're going to want or need to replace these items anyway to ensure it's free of fluid and vacuum leaks. This is especially important because the newer BMW models have very strict emissions controls and vacuum and oil leaks can create turmoil in the system. Even if you're not pulling the head this set includes so many valuable parts you'll want to keep this on hand to use for spares.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2003-2006 E46 BMW 325i 325ci 325xi 330i 330ci 330xi
9/2002-on E39 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2005 E60 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2006 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i
2003-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
9/2002-on Z3 BMW Z3 2.5i Z3 3.0i
2003-2006 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i

Upgrade your BMW's engine performance with Cometic's superior Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets, renowned for their exceptional quality and durability. Featuring a .036" thickness and designed for a 78 mm cylinder bore, these gaskets are perfect for both high-performance applications and stock replacements. With Cometic MLS gaskets, you'll experience longevity and reliability, ensuring you do it once and make it last.

These MLS gaskets come with a sealant that bonds effectively to dry surfaces, simplifying the installation process. The three layers of stainless steel, including outer layers of embossed viton-coated stainless steel, provide an unparalleled seal with remarkable rebound characteristics. Corrosion-resistant and capable of reducing bore distortion, these MLS head gaskets are built to withstand extreme cylinder pressures, making them an excellent choice for enhancing your BMW's engine performance.

Benefits:

• Superior quality MLS head gaskets from Cometic
• .036" thickness and designed for a 78 mm cylinder bore
• Ideal for high-performance and stock replacement
• Longevity and reliability for engine durability
• Simplified dry surface installation with bonded sealant

Upgrade your MINI's cylinder head gasket with this stock size replacement, ideal for addressing blown gaskets or upgrading to a performance head. Designed to contour perfectly to your MINI's engine block, this flat gasket ensures proper alignment with all connecting routes for oil, coolant, and mechanical faster holes when properly torqued. Ensure reliable sealing and optimal performance with this quality replacement cylinder head gasket.

• Stock size replacement for MINI cylinder heads
• Ideal for blown gasket replacement or performance head upgrades
• Contoured to fit MINI engine blocks perfectly
• Ensures proper alignment for oil, coolant, and mechanical fastener routes
• Reliable sealing for optimal engine performance

Replacement Head Gasket Set Fits E36 318i 318is 318ic 1996-1998 with M44 engine, and Z3 1.9 1996-1998. Includes all the gaskets and seals needed when rebuilding the cylinder head. Includes head gasket.

This set of gaskets is a both a time and money saver. It includes all of the commonly replaced gaskets, seals, and o-rings when performing this overhaul. Having these on hand instead of chasing them down at the last minute will save you time, money, and frustration. With this area of the engine apart you're going to want or need to replace these items anyway to ensure it's free of fluid and vacuum leaks. This is especially important because some states have very strict emissions regulations and vacuum and oil leaks can lead to failed inspections tests. On newer cars this can also create issues in the on-board diagnostics system. Even if you're not pulling the head this set includes so many valuable parts you'll want to keep this on hand to use for spares.
If you drive a European vehicle, chances are high your vehicle came equipped with one or more Victor Reinz gaskets. Choose OE quality VR gaskets and seals and do the job right the first time.

Complete Parts List

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BMW p/nQtyDescription

071199631302screw plug gasket ring

071199633551timing rail screw plug o-ring

111212479481gasket

111214339501head gasket

111217214751spark plug hole / valve cover screw
profile gasket

111217214763spark plug hole profile gasket

111217218761main valve cover gasket

1112172187915valve cover screw seal

111412478371profile gasket between
outer upper and lower timing covers

111412478491profile gasket between
inner upper and lower timing covers

111417430651upper timing cover profile gaskets

113490654382valve stem seals
2 sets = 16 valves

115117396911o-ring

115317431791thermostat housing o-ring

116112474782upper and lower intake plenum profile gasket

116117346841lower intake plenum profile gasket

116214353662exhaust manifold gasket plate

117214353671gasket

117275052591gasket

121417483981camshaft position sensor o-ring

135317202511fuel pressure regulator o-ring, large

135317202521fuel pressure regulator o-ring, small

135417398091throttle body o-ring profile gasket

136417307674fuel injector o-ring

136417433774fuel injector o-ring

183017119691exhaust manifold flange gasket

This item fits the following BMWs:
1996-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 318ti
1996-1998 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9