Apex AHG1198 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Apex AHG1198 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Apex AHG1198 engine cylinder head gasket is a direct-fit sealing component for select GM compact and hybrid applications. It is used to maintain combustion chamber sealing and help keep coolant and oil passages separated in the cylinder head area.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head gasket for sealing the cylinder head to the engine block
• Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, N/A
• Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, N/A
• Fits 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic, N/A
• Fits 2015-2020 Chevrolet Trax, N/A
• Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt, N/A
• Fits 2013-2020 Buick Encore, N/A
• Fits 2014-2016 Cadillac ELR, N/A
• Part number AHG1198 for application matching and catalog lookup

Application Details

This Apex cylinder head gasket is used in engine sealing service where the original gasket has failed or the cylinder head has been removed for repair. It is listed for Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Volt, Buick Encore, and Cadillac ELR applications across the model years shown, making AHG1198 a relevant search term for GM engine gasket replacement needs.

Common Repair Uses

• Coolant loss from a failed head gasket seal
• Combustion leakage between the cylinder head and block
• Oil and coolant mixing caused by sealing failure
• Compression loss after overheating or engine repair
• Reassembly after cylinder head service on a Chevrolet Cruze or Buick Encore

Installation Notes

Inspect the cylinder head and engine block mating surfaces before installation. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly, verify flatness, and follow the vehicle service manual for torque sequence, torque angle, and fastener replacement requirements. Confirm engine code and model-year fitment for the Chevrolet Sonic, Trax, Cruze, Volt, Buick Encore, or Cadillac ELR before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Apex replacement parts are cataloged for specific vehicle applications to support accurate fitment selection. Use part number AHG1198 to verify the correct gasket for the intended engine service.