Reinz Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Seal
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Reinz Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Seals: OEM-Grade Precision for Your Braking System
When your vehicle's power braking system depends on a vacuum pump to generate the pressure that makes stopping safe and effortless, the integrity of every seal in that pump matters enormously. Victor Reinz has built its reputation over more than a century on exactly this kind of critical sealing work — and their Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Seals carry that heritage directly into one of the most safety-critical components on your vehicle.
Why the Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Seal Matters
Modern vehicles — particularly diesel-powered cars and those with turbocharged engines — rely on a dedicated vacuum pump to supply the brake booster with the low pressure it needs to amplify pedal force. The seal between the pump and the engine block is a small but essential component: when it fails or degrades, vacuum bleeds away, the brake pedal becomes stiff and unresponsive, and braking distance increases. A compromised pump seal can also trigger check engine lights or limp mode, turning what seems like a minor leak into a multi-system problem.
What Sets Reinz Apart in This Category
The Victor Reinz name is synonymous with effective sealing, and it is closely associated with innovative gasket technology used in manufacturing original equipment in new cars, high-quality replacement parts, and industrial sealing products. That OEM pedigree means Reinz vacuum pump seals are engineered to the same dimensional tolerances and material specifications as the parts that left the factory — not reverse-engineered approximations.
Crafted from premium materials, Victor Reinz shaft seals meet or exceed OEM specifications, providing exceptional durability and longevity, with a precision design that guarantees a tight seal, preventing air leaks and ensuring optimal brake system function. Specific part numbers like 81-10497-00 are engineered as direct replacements for BMW OEM parts, while seals such as 11667509080 cover a wide range of BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, X3, and X5 applications. These cover seals are located in the front of the block next to the crankshaft seal — a position that demands precise fitment to hold vacuum reliably under all operating temperatures.
Now celebrating 116 years of providing trusted sealing solutions, Victor Reinz offers exclusive gasket sets that are engineered by experts. As a partner to Dana Incorporated, Victor Reinz has provided the automotive OE market and aftermarket with a plethora of sealing and thermal products. Many of their gasket sets are the original equipment applications on Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles , underscoring why European car specialists consistently turn to the Reinz brand when brake vacuum pump integrity is on the line.
Fitment and Applications
Reinz's Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Seal lineup is primarily focused on European vehicle platforms — particularly BMW, Audi, and Volkswagen models — where factory-spec vacuum pump sealing is non-negotiable. Fitment spans popular BMW models including the X5, X3, 328i, 325i, M3, 535i, 528i, 530i, 330i, and 335i, among others. Whether you're performing a targeted seal replacement or refreshing the entire vacuum pump assembly, Reinz offers the precision parts that restore factory braking confidence without the dealership markup.