Mahle 72212 Distributor Mounting Gasket

Mahle Distributor Mounting Gasket for OE-Style Sealing

Mahle 72212 is a nitrile distributor mounting gasket built for dependable sealing in ignition and sealing system service. It is a direct-fit style gasket used across a wide range of Nissan, Infiniti, Mercury, and related applications where a precise seal matters.

Key Features

• Nitrile gasket material for oil-resistant sealing performance
• Designed for distributor mounting and sealing applications
• Mahle sealing product backed by OEM and technician trust
• Cross-references FEL-PRO 417 for the same application
• Part number 72212 for easy catalog lookup

Detailed Description

Mahle 72212 is a distributor mounting gasket made with nitrile material to help maintain a secure seal in ignition-related service. Mahle gaskets are engineered to meet the sealing expectations of OEM and professional repair environments, making this part a practical choice when replacing a worn or leaking distributor gasket. This part number 72212 is listed across multiple interchange references and is used in applications tied to Nissan Frontier, Nissan Xterra, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Maxima, and INFINITI QX4 service coverage.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes long-tail search applications such as 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier engine oil drain plug gasket with nitrile O-ring, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra engine oil drain plug gasket with nitrile O-ring, and 1990-2000 Nissan Pathfinder engine oil drain plug gasket with nitrile O-ring. Additional coverage includes Nissan Quest, Mercury Villager, INFINITI M30, and Nissan 300ZX applications within the listed model years.

Common Issues This Part Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the distributor mounting area
• Loss of sealing integrity from a hardened or flattened gasket
• Maintenance replacement during ignition or engine service
• Leak-related contamination around the mounting surface

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces before installation and inspect the distributor base for wear, corrosion, or residue that could affect sealing. Confirm the application by year, make, and model before service, especially on Nissan and INFINITI vehicles with shared platform coverage. Use the listed fitment notes to verify the correct sealing application for your vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Mahle sealing products are supplied for OEM-level service expectations and are trusted by technicians worldwide for consistent sealing performance.