Mahle 54869 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle Cylinder Head Gasket for BMW V8 Applications

The Mahle 54869 engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution built with multi-layered steel construction for demanding combustion sealing. It is a direct-fit choice for select BMW X5, 545i, 645Ci, 745i, and 745Li applications that require a 1.05 mm head gasket with combustion load limiter design.

Key Features

• Multi-layered steel cylinder head gasket material for durable sealing performance
• OEM-standard item grade for factory-style fit and function
• 1.27 mm listed thickness with 0.05 in. specification reference
• 92.50 mm cylinder bore diameter
• Torque-to-yield application noted for proper clamping strategy
• No gasket sealant included
• No additional package contents

Detailed Description

Mahle 54869 is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for BMW V8 service where precise combustion sealing is critical. Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket follows that approach with multi-layered steel construction and an OEM-standard specification profile. This part cross-references BMW 11 12 7 513 945 for the same application.

Compatible With 2004-2006 BMW X5, N/A; 2004-2005 BMW 545i, N/A; 2004-2005 BMW 645Ci, N/A; 2002-2005 BMW 745i, N/A; and 2002-2005 BMW 745Li, N/A. Search terms such as BMW X5 head gasket replacement, BMW 545i cylinder head gasket, and BMW 745Li MLS head gasket all point to this application family. The Mahle 54869 part number is also a useful reference when matching the correct gasket to the engine build.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Combustion chamber sealing loss at the cylinder head
• Coolant or oil leakage at the head-to-block interface
• Compression loss from a damaged or warped gasket surface
• Service replacement after cylinder head removal
• Mismatch between gasket thickness and engine specification

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine code, bore size, and gasket thickness before installation. The fitment notes specify cylinder head bolt replacement is recommended, and torque-to-yield fasteners require correct tightening procedure and sequence. Inspect the cylinder head and block for flatness, clean all mating surfaces thoroughly, and verify that the 1.05 mm thickness note matches the engine build before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Mahle is known for OE-level sealing components used across global engine service programs. The 54869 gasket is built to OEM-standard expectations for fit, sealing, and material selection in BMW engine repair.