Fel-Pro 35628 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35628 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35628 is an engine water pump gasket built for sealing performance on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses application-specific materials to help deliver a precise seal where the water pump meets the engine, supporting dependable cooling-system service on vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, and Kia Sportage.

Key Features

• Paper gasket material for water pump sealing applications
• Blue finish for easy identification during service
• 0.020 thickness for a controlled sealing surface
• Premium grade construction
• 5 mounting holes for the listed applications
• Fits 1996-2008 Hyundai Elantra, 1997-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, 2005-2008 Hyundai Tucson, 2004-2008 Kia Spectra, 2005-2008 Kia Spectra5, and 2005-2008 Kia Sportage

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 35628 is an OE-style engine water pump gasket engineered for application-specific sealing on a wide range of Hyundai and Kia models. The paper construction and 0.020 thickness support a consistent seal at the water pump mounting surface, while the premium-grade design aligns with professional repair standards. This part number is commonly searched for Hyundai Elantra water pump gasket, Hyundai Tiburon water pump gasket, and Kia Sportage water pump gasket replacement needs.

This part cross-references MAHLE K32000 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Water pump seepage at the gasket surface
• Coolant leaks around the pump mounting area
• Sealing issues after water pump replacement
• Maintenance on cooling systems in Hyundai Elantra and Kia Spectra models
• Service work on Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra5, and Kia Sportage cooling components

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove old gasket material, corrosion, and coolant residue. Verify the water pump and engine surfaces are flat and free of damage, then align the gasket carefully with the 5-hole mounting pattern before tightening fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built around application-specific sealing materials and are used by professionals who need consistent sealing performance. Fel-Pro 35628 is made for direct-fit service on the listed Hyundai and Kia applications, including 1996-2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2005-2008 Kia Sportage coverage.