Mahle 54546 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Overview

This Mahle engine cylinder head gasket is built for Volvo applications that require a multi-layered steel sealing solution. Part number 54546 is an OEM-standard gasket with torque-to-yield fitment notes and serial-number-specific coverage on select vehicles.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel construction for cylinder head sealing
• OEM standard item grade for service replacement
• 1.42 mm thickness for the specified application
• 84.58 mm cylinder bore diameter
• Gasket sealant not included
• Additional package contents: head gasket

Fitment Details

Compatible with Volvo S60, 2003-2009, with notes for cylinder head bolt replacement and serial number coverage from 2979611 on select applications. Compatible with Volvo V70, 2003-2007, with notes for cylinder head bolt replacement on 2005-2007 applications and serial number coverage from 2979611 on select applications. Compatible with Volvo XC70, 2003-2007, with serial-number-specific coverage from 2979611. Compatible with Volvo XC90, 2003-2006, with serial-number-specific coverage from 2979611.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Coolant or combustion sealing issues at the cylinder head interface
• Compression loss caused by a worn or damaged head gasket
• Leak paths that can develop after overheating or engine service
• Improper sealing when the original gasket no longer maintains clamp load

Installation Notes

Follow the fitment notes closely before installation. Several listed Volvo applications require cylinder head bolt replacement for proper installation of the multi-layered steel gasket, and some coverage is limited by engine serial number. Verify the engine build details, clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, and confirm torque procedures for torque-to-yield fasteners.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing performance. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 26256 PT and Volvo 30637066 for the same application.