Bosal 256-225 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket - Left or Right

Direct-Fit Exhaust Flange Gasket for OE-Style Sealing

The Bosal BRExhaust Replacement Exhaust Gasket 256-225 is a direct-fit exhaust pipe flange gasket engineered to OE standards for a precise fit and a gas-tight seal. It is built for repair work at the exhaust connection point where leaks can develop between the manifold converter, front converter, and front pipe.

Compatible With select Kia, Mazda, and Ford applications, this exhaust flange gasket supports clean sealing at the flange joint on vehicles such as the Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, and Kia Spectra. The Bosal 256-225 is designed around OE specifications to simplify installation and restore proper exhaust connection integrity.

Key Features

• Direct-Fit Exhaust series for OE-style replacement
• Exhaust pipe flange gasket for sealing exhaust joints
• Engineered to OE standards for precise fitment
• Supports a gas-tight connection at the flange
• 3 bolt hole design
• Fits select front pipe and converter-to-pipe locations

Detailed Description

The Bosal BRExhaust Replacement Exhaust Gasket 256-225 is made for exhaust repair applications where the flange connection must seal correctly to prevent leaks. Its direct-fit design follows OE specifications, helping the gasket align properly at the exhaust joint and reducing installation guesswork. This part is used across multiple import applications, including Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, Mazda MX-6, Mazda MX-3, Kia Rio, Kia Sephia, Kia Spectra, and Ford Probe models listed in the fitment data.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Sealing exhaust leaks at the flange connection
• Replacing a worn gasket between the manifold converter and front pipe
• Restoring a proper seal at the front converter to front pipe joint
• Addressing exhaust noise caused by a leaking flange
• Supporting repair of corrosion-damaged or compressed gasket surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the gasket at the exact exhaust joint listed for your vehicle, such as between the manifold converter and front pipe or between the front converter and front pipe. Confirm the bolt pattern and flange alignment before tightening. For fitment, this part covers applications such as Fits 2001-2004 Kia Spectra, N/A; Fits 1999-2003 Mazda Protege, N/A; and Fits 1996-1997 Mazda 626, Left or Right, depending on the vehicle configuration.

Additional listed applications include Fits 2000-2002 Mazda 626, N/A; Fits 1996-1997 Mazda MX-6, Left or Right; and Fits 1996-1997 Ford Probe, N/A. Verify the exhaust location and notes against the vehicle before service to ensure the gasket matches the correct flange position.

Quality Assurance

BRExhaust replacement exhaust parts are engineered to OE standards for fit and sealing performance. The Bosal 256-225 is built to support a precise exhaust connection and consistent installation on the listed applications.