Apex AMS4253 Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set for Ford and Mazda Applications

The Apex AMS4253 exhaust manifold gasket set is built for vehicles that need a reliable seal between the exhaust manifold and cylinder head. It supports direct-fit service on a wide range of Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications, including Ranger, Taurus, B3000, Sable, Windstar, and Aerostar models.

• Exhaust manifold gasket set for sealing the manifold-to-head joint
• Fits 1996-2008 Ford Ranger
• Fits 1996-2007 Ford Taurus
• Fits 1998-2007 Mazda B3000 and 1996 Mazda B3000
• Fits 1996-2005 Mercury Sable
• Fits 1996-2000 Ford Windstar
• Fits 1996-1997 Ford Aerostar
• Part number AMS4253 for application matching and catalog lookup

Application Details

Use this gasket set when servicing exhaust leaks at the manifold connection on compatible Ford Ranger, Ford Taurus, Mazda B3000, Mercury Sable, Ford Windstar, and Ford Aerostar vehicles. The Apex AMS4253 is intended for repair work where the original sealing surface has worn, warped, or no longer seals properly. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Exhaust ticking or puffing noise at startup or under load
• Soot marks around the manifold-to-head sealing area
• Exhaust odor entering the engine bay
• Loss of sealing after manifold removal during repair
• Leak-related drivability issues caused by a damaged gasket seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the manifold and cylinder head sealing surfaces before installation. Clean away old gasket material, carbon buildup, and corrosion so the new gasket can seat evenly. Verify fitment by year, make, and model before ordering, especially on Ford Ranger, Ford Taurus, and Mazda B3000 applications.

Quality Assurance

Apex identifies this part as AMS4253 for accurate catalog matching and service replacement use. Confirm vehicle coverage against the listed fitment before installation.