Mahle 54518 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket - Left

Mahle 54518 Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 54518 is an OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket built with multi-layered steel for dependable sealing in the combustion chamber and coolant/oil passages. It is specified for left-side applications on select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda vehicles, including the Ford Five Hundred, Ford Freestyle, Mercury Montego, Mazda MPV, Mazda Tribute, Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Escape.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel construction for consistent sealing performance
• 0.04 in. / 0.89 mm thickness
• 3.58 in. / 90.81 mm cylinder bore diameter
• OEM standard item grade
• Torque-to-yield fastener application
• Gasket sealant not included

Detailed Description

Mahle 54518 cylinder head gasket is engineered for left-side engine service where precise sealing is critical. The multi-layered steel design supports stable clamping force across the head-to-block interface, while the 0.04-inch thickness and 3.58-inch bore diameter match the listed application requirements. This part cross-references Fel-Pro 26207 PT for the same application. Mahle gaskets are widely used by OEMs and technicians for sealing performance in demanding engine repair work, and this gasket is built to OE-standard expectations for the Ford Five Hundred, Ford Freestyle, Mercury Montego, Mazda MPV, Mazda Tribute, Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Escape.

Common Repair Uses

• Head gasket failure causing coolant loss
• Combustion gas leakage between the cylinder head and block
• Oil and coolant mixing from a compromised sealing surface
• Compression loss affecting engine performance
• Overheating related to sealing damage

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, left.
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, left.
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, left.
• Fits 2004-2006 Mazda MPV, left.
• Fits 2005-2006 Mazda Tribute, left.
• Fits 2004-2005 Ford Taurus, left.
• Fits 2004-2005 Mercury Sable, left.
• Fits 2004 Ford Escape, left.
• Fits 2003 Ford Escape, left; cylinder head bolt replacement recommended, multi-layered steel, from 12/15/03.

Because this is a torque-to-yield application, replacement of cylinder head bolts is necessary for proper installation on the listed vehicles. Clean and inspect the mating surfaces carefully before assembly, and verify the engine build date and side designation before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Mahle is known for sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians worldwide. Part number 54518 is built to OEM-standard expectations for consistent fit and sealing performance in the listed applications.