Mahle 5727 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 5727 Cylinder Head Gasket for Volvo

The Mahle 5727 engine cylinder head gasket is a composite OEM-standard sealing component for select Volvo applications. It is built for the 3.88 in. / 98.43 mm cylinder bore and 0.05 in. / 1.19 mm thickness specified for these engines, with torque-to-yield fastener use noted for proper sealing service.

Key Features

• Composite cylinder head gasket material for engine sealing service
• OEM-standard item grade for factory-style fit and function
• 0.05 in. (1.19 mm) thickness
• 3.88 in. (98.43 mm) cylinder bore diameter
• Torque-to-yield fastener application
• Gasket sealant not included
• Head gasket only, with no additional sealing hardware listed

Detailed Description

Mahle 5727 is a composite engine cylinder head gasket engineered for Volvo inline engine applications that require precise bore coverage and controlled compressed thickness. Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket follows an OEM-standard specification for dependable head-to-block sealing. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 8190 PT for the same application.

Compatible With 1991-1995 Volvo 940, 1990-1993 Volvo 240, 1985-1992 Volvo 740, 1989-1991 Volvo 780, 1984-1990 Volvo 760, 1985 Volvo 745, and 1984 Volvo GLE. Mahle 5727 is a direct-fit service part for Volvo cylinder head gasket replacement where the original application calls for a composite gasket and torque-to-yield fasteners.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Compression loss between the head and block
• Combustion gas seepage into the cooling system
• Oil and coolant cross-contamination from a failed head gasket
• Sealing issues after cylinder head service on Volvo engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket, as noted in the fitment data. Clean and inspect the head and block mating surfaces before installation, and verify that the cylinder bore and gasket thickness match the engine specification. Follow the vehicle service manual for torque sequence, torque stages, and final fastener procedure.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are supplied as OEM-standard sealing products and are used in professional engine repair environments. The Mahle 5727 part number is also referenced in Volvo service applications, including Volvo 240 and Volvo 740 cylinder head gasket service.