Mahle 54483 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket for Hyundai and Kia

The Mahle 54483 engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution for select Hyundai and Kia applications. Built with multi-layered steel construction and a 0.61 mm thickness, it supports reliable combustion sealing in high-stress engine environments.

Compatible with 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2001-2006 Kia Magentis, and 2001-2006 Kia Optima. This Mahle 54483 head gasket is specified for engines that require torque-to-yield fastener service during installation.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel cylinder head gasket material
• OEM-standard item grade for direct replacement service
• 0.61 mm thickness for proper sealing stack-up
• 87.63 mm cylinder bore diameter
• No gasket sealant included
• Torque-to-yield fastener application

Detailed Description

Mahle 54483 is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for precise sealing between the cylinder head and engine block. The multi-layered steel design helps maintain clamp load and sealing integrity under heat and pressure, while the OEM-standard specification supports factory-style service on the listed Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Magentis, and Kia Optima applications. Mahle gaskets are widely used by OEMs and technicians for sealing performance in engine repair work.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 26282 PT for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant loss from a failed head gasket seal
• Compression leakage between cylinders or into the cooling system
• Overheating caused by combustion gas intrusion
• Oil and coolant mixing from a compromised cylinder head seal
• Loss of engine performance related to head gasket failure

Installation Notes and Tips

• Replacement of cylinder head bolts is necessary for proper installation of this multi-layered steel gasket.
• Inspect the cylinder head and engine block for warpage before installation.
• Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly before assembly.
• Follow the manufacturer’s torque sequence and torque-to-yield procedure exactly.
• Verify bore size and engine application before installation.

Quality Assurance

Mahle manufactures sealing products used in OEM and professional repair environments. Part number 54483 is built to OEM-standard specifications for the listed Hyundai and Kia applications.