Fel-Pro 61259 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Fel-Pro 61259 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Gasket

Fel-Pro 61259 is a fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket for select Kia Sportage models. It is built with application-specific sealing materials to support a reliable seal at the throttle body interface, where air leaks can affect drivability and idle quality.

Key Features

• Fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket for the intake/throttle body sealing surface
• Application-specific material selection for the 1998-2002 Kia Sportage
• Supports 100% vehicle sealing at the mounting point when installed correctly
• Cross-references MAHLE G32077 and Four Seasons 35521 for the same application
• Fel-Pro part number 61259 for direct catalog lookup

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 61259 is a direct-fit sealing component for the throttle body mounting area on 1998-2002 Kia Sportage models. This gasket helps maintain the seal between the throttle body and intake connection, which is critical for stable airflow management and consistent engine operation. If you are servicing a Kia Sportage throttle body gasket, Fel-Pro 61259 provides a catalog-matched replacement built for this application.

Compatible With 1998-2002 Kia Sportage, N/A. The part number 61259 is also useful when cross-checking replacement options during intake or throttle body service on the Kia Sportage.

What It Helps Address

• Air leakage at the throttle body mounting surface
• Rough or unstable idle caused by a poor seal
• Vacuum-related drivability concerns at the intake connection
• Service replacement for a worn or compressed throttle body gasket

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and remove any old gasket material, carbon buildup, or sealant residue. Verify the throttle body and intake surfaces are flat and undamaged before fitting the new gasket. Follow the vehicle service procedure and torque specifications for the 1998-2002 Kia Sportage to help achieve a proper seal.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are engineered for vehicle-specific sealing performance using materials selected for the application. The brand’s focus is on dependable sealing at critical engine interfaces, including throttle body mounting points.