Fel-Pro 61518 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Fel-Pro 61518 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Gasket

Fel-Pro 61518 is a premium fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket made from paper material with a 0.031-inch thickness. It is built for a precise seal at the throttle body mounting surface, helping maintain proper air and fuel delivery on select applications including the 2004 Buick Rendezvous, 2004 Cadillac CTS, and 2004 Cadillac SRX.

Key Features

• Fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket for air and fuel delivery service
• Paper construction with premium grade material selection
• 2.875-inch inside diameter for the throttle body opening
• 3.500 x 4.00-inch outside diameter profile
• 0.031-inch thickness for a controlled sealing surface
• 4-bolt-hole design for the listed applications
• Fits 2004 Buick Rendezvous, N/A
• Fits 2004 Cadillac CTS, N/A
• Fits 2004 Cadillac SRX, N/A

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 61518 is a throttle body mounting gasket engineered for direct sealing at the fuel injection throttle body interface. The premium paper material and application-specific dimensions support a consistent seal where the throttle body meets the intake side, which is important for maintaining stable idle quality and proper airflow on the listed 2004 Buick Rendezvous, 2004 Cadillac CTS, and 2004 Cadillac SRX applications. This part cross-references MAHLE G32227 for the same application.

Common Issues This Gasket Can Address

• Air leakage at the throttle body mounting surface
• Vacuum leaks related to a worn or compressed gasket
• Idle instability caused by sealing loss at the throttle body
• Throttle body service reassembly after gasket replacement
• Fuel injection sealing concerns at the mounting interface

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and verify that the throttle body and intake flange are free of old gasket material, carbon buildup, and debris. Match the gasket to the 4-bolt-hole pattern and confirm the 2.875-inch inside diameter and 0.031-inch thickness align with the original application. Fel-Pro 61518 also interchanges with part number 12571750.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are known for application-specific sealing materials and vehicle-focused fitment. Fel-Pro 61518 is built to deliver a dependable seal for the listed applications, including the 2004 Buick Rendezvous, 2004 Cadillac CTS, and 2004 Cadillac SRX.