This page lists 46 engine parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, across 19 part types, covering the 2.2L L4 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The engine on the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. The largest groups are Oil Filter (12 parts), Crankshaft Seal (4 parts) and Cylinder Head Bolt (4 parts). The other 16 part types cover the remaining 26 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.2L L4 — the only engine offered in the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
The most listed brands for 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 engine parts are ELRING (16 parts), AJUSA (12 parts) and VICTOR REINZ (3 parts), plus 10 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and High Performance / Heavy Duty.
3 parts on this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including PRO-TEC PXL57082 (Oil Filter) and WIX 57082XP (Oil Filter). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 127610 | 🇲🇽 MX | Inner Diameter [MM]: 42Material: FPM (fluoride rubber)/ACM (polyacrylate rubber) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at each camshaft end. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — ELRING 127610.
Conversion / Lower Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 54150800 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 382130 | 🇲🇽 MX | with Crankshaft Seal | View on Amazon |
This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
2 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ELRING.
This group includes AJUSA 54150800 and ELRING 382130.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 15038900 | 🇲🇽 MX | Rear90 X 104 X 11 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 694770 | 🇲🇽 MX | Material: FPM (fluoride rubber)/ACM (polyacrylate rubber)Outer Diameter [mm]: 104 | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 813348910 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 813822900 | 🇲🇽 MX | Seal Type: Double Lip | View on Amazon |
This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, from VICTOR REINZ, AJUSA and ELRING.
Part numbers include AJUSA 15038900, ELRING 694770 and VICTOR REINZ 813348910, among others listed above.
Cylinder Head Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 81029200 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 257910 | 🇲🇽 MX | SetBolt Head-/Nut Design: Male Hex | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 509710 | 🇲🇽 MX | SetBolt Head-/Nut Design: Male Hex | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 143216901 | 🇲🇽 MX | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block.
4 Cylinder Head Bolt parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 come from 3 brands — ELRING, AJUSA and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: AJUSA 81029200, ELRING 257910 and ELRING 509710, plus the other parts above.
Cylinder Head Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 10175900 | 🇲🇽 MX | Multi Layered Steel | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 151611 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ELRING.
Part numbers include AJUSA 10175900 and ELRING 151611.
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 52256100 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 926710 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
2 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ELRING.
Part numbers include AJUSA 52256100 and ELRING 926710.
Engine Kit Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 50274700 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
This group shows a single part: AJUSA 50274700.
Intake Manifold Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 13215000 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 040331 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ELRING.
This group includes AJUSA 13215000 and ELRING 040331.
Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE | VV966 | 🇲🇽 MX | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-401 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881166 | 🇲🇽 MX | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-40Easy Pour 5 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881050 | 🇲🇽 MX | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-405 Gallon Bay Box | View on Amazon |
This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable.
VALVOLINE supplies the 3 Oil parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV966, VALVOLINE 881166 and VALVOLINE 881050.
Oil Drain Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 823400 | 🇲🇽 MX | with Seal RingBolt Head-/Nut Design: Male Hex | View on Amazon |
This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — ELRING 823400.
Oil Drain Plug Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 056130 | 🇲🇽 MX | Material: FPM (fluoride rubber)Outer Diameter [MM]: 20,8 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
This group shows a single part: ELRING 056130.
Oil Filter
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO-TEC Popular | PXL57082 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| FVP | G7082 | 🇲🇽 MX | OE# 71739396 | View on Amazon |
| VARIOUS MFR | PG5436 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
High Performance / Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIX Popular | 57082XP | 🇲🇽 MX | XP Extreme DutyBest for Synthetic Motor Oils | View on Amazon |
| MOBIL | M1C151A | 🇲🇽 MX | Extended Performance | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIX Popular | 57082 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| ACDELCO | PF457G | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GM Original EquipmentHousing Color: "Yellow, Black" | View on Amazon |
| FEL-PRO | OFCS1004 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Cap and Filter | View on Amazon |
| FVP | G7082XL | 🇲🇽 MX | Extended Life | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | OX258D | 🇲🇽 MX | Cartridge89mm Height | View on Amazon |
| MANN | HU692X | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Gasket / Seal(s) | View on Amazon |
| VARIOUS MFR | PG5436EX | 🇲🇽 MX | Extended Life | View on Amazon |
This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive.
12 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, from FVP, VARIOUS MFR, WIX and 6 other brands. PRO-TEC PXL57082 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, PRO-TEC, FVP and VARIOUS MFR supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is PRO-TEC PXL57082.
In the High Performance / Heavy Duty grade, WIX and MOBIL supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WIX 57082XP.
The Standard Replacement section lists 7 options from WIX, ACDELCO, FEL-PRO and 4 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. WIX 57082 is listed in this group.
Oil Pump Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 061560 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Oil Pump. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
This group shows a single part: ELRING 061560.
Timing Chain Tensioner O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 509410 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Timing Chain Tensioner O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — ELRING 509410.
Timing Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 051930 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine Side | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — ELRING 051930.
Timing Cover Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 01147700 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — AJUSA 01147700.
Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 56040300 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 926700 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, from AJUSA and ELRING.
Part numbers include AJUSA 56040300 and ELRING 926700.
Valve Lifter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 85010900 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the lifters / tappets that transfer cam motion to the valves.
One part is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 — AJUSA 85010900.
Valve Stem Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 12020000 | 🇲🇽 MX | 5 x 9.5 x 16Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| AJUSA | 57039000 | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine 939A5.000 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 007030 | 🇲🇽 MX | Height [MM]: 16Inner Diameter [MM]: 10 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING | 538080 | 🇲🇽 MX | SetMaterial: FPM (fluoride rubber) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, from AJUSA and ELRING.
Listed part numbers: AJUSA 12020000, AJUSA 57039000 and ELRING 007030, plus the other parts above.
Buying Engine Parts for a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 2.2L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Oil Filter and Crankshaft Seal .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159?
Our catalog currently lists 46 engine parts for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 across 19 subcategories and 13 brands, covering the 2.2L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What oil viscosity is listed for the 2008 Alfa Romeo 159?
Oil rows on this page include SAE 5W-40. Confirm the engine and the weight on the filler cap before you buy — high-mileage and standard fills can differ.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2008 Alfa Romeo 159?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.2L L4 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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