The Story
This Elring front crankcase cover gasket is used on Porsche 996/997/Boxster/Cayman applications listed in the fitment table below. It is intended to provide the correct seal at the mating surface so the surrounding system can stay dry, stable, and properly contained in service.
Elring has been manufacturing engine sealing components for over a century, supplying gaskets, seals, and sealing systems to major vehicle manufacturers including Porsche. Known for German engineering, OEM-level sealing performance, and precision manufacturing, Elring components are built to maintain proper sealing under heat, pressure, and long-term engine operation.
Technical Details
- Manufacturer part number: 185.131
- Type: Front Crankcase Cover Gasket
- Function: Seals the mating surfaces between adjoining components
- Application range: 1997–2008
- Primary applications: Porsche 996/997/Boxster/Cayman
Fitment & Compatibility
Review the fitment table below to verify the exact year and model coverage for your vehicle.
If fitment needs a second check, send us your VIN before ordering. We have been working with Porsche parts for over 20 years at PMB Performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Porsche | 911 | ||
| 2000 | Porsche | 911 | ||
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | 40th Anniversary Edition | |
| 2001 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2005 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2001 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2005 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Targa | |
| 1997 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 1998 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 1999 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2000 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2001 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2002 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2003 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2004 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2005 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2006 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2007 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2008 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2006 | Porsche | Cayman | ||
| 2007 | Porsche | Cayman | ||
| 2008 | Porsche | Cayman |
Description
This Elring front crankcase cover gasket is used on Porsche 996/997/Boxster/Cayman applications listed in the fitment table below. It is intended to provide the correct seal at the mating surface so the surrounding system can stay dry, stable, and properly contained in service.
Elring has been manufacturing engine sealing components for over a century, supplying gaskets, seals, and sealing systems to major vehicle manufacturers including Porsche. Known for German engineering, OEM-level sealing performance, and precision manufacturing, Elring components are built to maintain proper sealing under heat, pressure, and long-term engine operation.
Technical Details
- Manufacturer part number: 185.131
- Type: Front Crankcase Cover Gasket
- Function: Seals the mating surfaces between adjoining components
- Application range: 1997–2008
- Primary applications: Porsche 996/997/Boxster/Cayman
Fitment & Compatibility
Review the fitment table below to verify the exact year and model coverage for your vehicle.
If fitment needs a second check, send us your VIN before ordering. We have been working with Porsche parts for over 20 years at PMB Performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Porsche | 911 | ||
| 2000 | Porsche | 911 | ||
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | 40th Anniversary Edition | |
| 2001 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2005 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | |
| 2001 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4 | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2003 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2004 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2005 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera 4S | |
| 2002 | Porsche | 911 | Targa | |
| 1997 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 1998 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 1999 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2000 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2001 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2002 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2003 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2004 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2005 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2006 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2007 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2008 | Porsche | Boxster | ||
| 2006 | Porsche | Cayman | ||
| 2007 | Porsche | Cayman | ||
| 2008 | Porsche | Cayman |
