Mahle 54602 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket - Left

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Overview

This Mahle engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard sealing component built with multi-layered steel for consistent combustion sealing and durability. It is listed for left-side applications on Mercedes-Benz and Dodge Sprinter fitments, including Mercedes-Benz C350, E350, ML350, R350, SLK350, and GLK350 coverage.

Part number 54602 is a direct-fit style head gasket for applications that require precise sealing at the cylinder head. The MLS construction and 1.09 mm thickness support proper sealing performance where factory-style fitment and material consistency matter.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel construction for cylinder head sealing
• OEM standard item grade
• 1.09 mm thickness for application-specific fitment
• 93.65 mm cylinder bore diameter
• Gasket sealant not included
• Additional package contents: head gasket

Detailed Description

Mahle 54602 is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for confirmed left-side fitments across select Mercedes-Benz and Dodge Sprinter applications. It uses multi-layered steel material, a common choice for modern engine sealing where stable clamping force and combustion sealing are required. The gasket is specified with a 3.69-inch bore diameter and OEM-standard grading to match factory-style service expectations.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 26610 PT for the same application. For Mercedes-Benz owners servicing a C350, E350, ML350, or SLK350, part number 54602 provides a fitment-specific sealing solution. It also appears in left-side applications for Mercedes-Benz GLK350, ML450, S400, CLK350, and R350, as well as Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 coverage.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant or combustion sealing loss at the cylinder head
• Compression leakage between the head and engine block
• Oil seepage at the head gasket sealing surface
• Service replacement after cylinder head removal
• Factory-style sealing restoration on listed applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Fitment is specific to the listed left-side applications. The fitment notes state that replacement cylinder head bolts are necessary for proper installation of the multi-layered steel gasket, so verify bolt condition before assembly. Confirm engine code, gasket orientation, and mating surface condition before installation. Use the exact part number 54602 to match the correct application.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are sealing products trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide. This gasket is built to OEM-standard expectations for material selection and application-specific sealing performance.