Mahle 54524 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 54524 Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 54524 is an OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket built with multi-layered steel for reliable sealing in the combustion chamber and coolant/oil passages. It is a direct-fit service part for select Honda and Acura V6 applications, including Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Acura CL, Acura TL, and Acura MDX.

Engineered for the 3.54 in. (89.79 mm) cylinder bore and 0.04 in. (1.09 mm) thickness specification, this Mahle head gasket supports accurate sealing performance where cylinder head integrity matters most. Mahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians for consistent fit and sealing quality.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel cylinder head gasket construction
• OEM-standard item grade for service replacement
• 0.04 in. / 1.09 mm thickness
• 3.54 in. / 89.79 mm cylinder bore diameter
• Torque-to-yield fasteners required for proper installation
• No gasket sealant included
• Head gasket only, with no additional package contents listed

Detailed Description

Mahle 54524 is designed for engines that require a multi-layered steel head gasket and precise bore alignment. The MLS construction helps maintain sealing under heat cycling and combustion pressure, making it a practical choice for cylinder head service on 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey, 2003-2004 Honda Pilot, 2001-2003 Acura CL, 1999-2003 Acura TL, and 2001-2002 Acura MDX applications. This part cross-references Honda 12251-PGE-A01 and FEL-PRO 26260 PT for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Combustion gas leakage between the cylinder head and engine block
• Coolant loss caused by a failed head gasket seal
• Oil and coolant cross-contamination from sealing failure
• Compression loss that can affect engine performance
• Repeat repairs when an OE-style MLS gasket is needed

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey, N/A
• Fits 2003-2004 Honda Pilot, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Acura CL, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Acura TL, N/A
• Fits 2001-2002 Acura MDX, N/A
• Replacement of cylinder head bolts is necessary for proper installation of the multi-layered steel gasket.
• Verify cylinder head and block surfaces are clean, flat, and within specification before assembly.
• Follow the factory torque sequence and torque-to-yield procedure for the engine.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians worldwide, and this gasket is built to OEM-standard requirements for service replacement. Mahle 54524 is intended for precise engine sealing in the listed Honda and Acura applications.