Audi VW Cylinder Head Bolt - CRP 049103384B

Product Information

An engine cylinder head bolt is a critical fastener that holds the cylinder head firmly onto the engine block. This secure fit ensures a tight seal between the cylinder head and the engine block, allowing for efficient compression and combustion, and preventing oil or coolant from leaking into the combustion chambers. Cylinder head bolts are designed to withstand extreme pressure and high temperatures generated during engine operation and are often torque to yield fasteners, meaning once removed they are meant to be replaced.

• Coolant or Oil Leaks: A failing or loose cylinder head bolt may cause the head gasket to lose its seal, allowing coolant or oil to leak externally or into the combustion chamber
• Engine Overheating: A poor seal between the head and the engine block due to a failing head bolt can lead to coolant leaks, reducing the coolant level and causing the engine to overheat. This may trigger a temperature warning on the dashboard
• Reduced Engine Performance: A compromised head bolt may allow air or gases to escape the combustion chamber, leading to reduced compression and performance

About CRP

CRP Industries has been operating for over 50 years. What was once a company offering about 200 sizes of German manufactured tires to North America, is now a NAFTA market industry leader providing thousands of products from leading European and Asian brands to the automotive parts and industrial products industries in North America. CRP is comprised of two divisions: CRP Automotive and CRP Industrial. While each of these divisions provides their own set of products and service to very different markets, they both carry the CRP name and standard of excellence that comes with it.