Mahle 3730 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 3730 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Mahle 3730 engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard composite gasket built for sealing performance in select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is specified with a 0.56 mm thickness, 78.74 mm cylinder bore diameter, and torque-to-yield bolt compatibility for the listed engines.

Key Features

• Composite cylinder head gasket material for OE-style sealing
• OEM Standard item grade for factory-level replacement needs
• 0.56 mm thickness for the listed engine applications
• 78.74 mm cylinder bore diameter
• Torque-to-yield bolt application noted in the fitment data
• No gasket sealant included
• Mahle 3730 part number for direct catalog identification

Detailed Description

Mahle 3730 is a composite engine cylinder head gasket made for select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Vanagon, Rabbit Pickup, Quantum, and Audi 4000 applications. Mahle gaskets are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing performance, and this gasket follows the listed OE-standard specifications for the covered engines. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 8845 PT for the same application.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Compression loss between the head and engine block
• Combustion gas seepage into the cooling system
• Oil seepage from a worn head gasket interface
• Sealing issues after cylinder head service or engine repair

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1985-1986 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite; to engine # ME519908.
• Fits 1985-1986 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite; to engine # ME519908.
• Fits 1981-1984 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite.
• Fits 1982-1984 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite.
• Fits 1981-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite.
• Fits 1982 Audi 4000, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite.
• Fits 1982 Volkswagen Quantum, N/A, with 1.60mm thick, 11.5mm bolt holes, 3 notches, and cylinder head bolt replacement recommended; composite.
• Verify engine code, bolt-hole specification, and head condition before installation.
• Replace torque-to-yield cylinder head bolts where specified by the vehicle service procedure.
• Clean and inspect the deck and head surfaces to ensure proper sealing.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used in OEM and professional repair environments, and the 3730 is built to OE-standard requirements for the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications. Confirm fitment against the engine code and service notes before installation.