Fel-Pro 61081 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Fel-Pro 61081 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Gasket

Fel-Pro 61081 is a premium fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket built for sealing the throttle body to the intake assembly. It uses Felcoply material and application-specific dimensions to support a precise seal on Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.

Key Features

• Fel-Pro 61081 fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket
• Felcoply material for application-specific sealing performance
• Premium grade construction
• 2.800 in. inside diameter, 4.834 x 4.749 in. outside diameter
• 0.048 in. thickness for a controlled mounting seal
• 4-bolt hole design
• Fits 1996-2001 Ford Explorer and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer

Detailed Description

Built for air and fuel delivery sealing applications, Fel-Pro 61081 is made to match the throttle body mounting surface with the correct opening, bolt pattern, and thickness. The 71.1 mm inside diameter and 1.2 mm thickness help support a consistent seal where the throttle body meets the intake, reducing the chance of vacuum leaks and sealing irregularities. This part cross-references Fel-Pro 35489 for the same application.

Compatible With 1996-2001 Ford Explorer and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, Fel-Pro 61081 is a direct-fit sealing solution for these vehicles. If you are searching for a Ford Explorer throttle body gasket or a Mercury Mountaineer fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket, this part number is the application-specific option to verify.

What It Helps Address

• Air leaks at the throttle body mounting surface
• Rough idle caused by sealing loss
• Unmetered air entering the intake tract
• Throttle body mounting seepage or gasket deterioration
• Service replacement for worn intake sealing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the throttle body and intake mating surfaces before installation and clean away old gasket material, carbon, and oil residue. Confirm the 4-bolt pattern and gasket orientation match the original part, and torque fasteners evenly to help maintain a uniform seal. Verify fitment by year, make, and model before installation; Fel-Pro 61081 is listed for 1996-2001 Ford Explorer and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are engineered for 100% vehicle sealing using application-specific materials selected for professional-grade durability and fit. Fel-Pro 61081 follows that approach with a premium sealing design for throttle body mounting service on Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.