Mahle 72213 Distributor Mounting Gasket

Distributor Mounting Gasket for Reliable Sealing

Mahle 72213 is a distributor mounting gasket built with nitrile gasket material for dependable sealing in ignition and sealing applications. It is a direct-fit style service part for vehicles that require a distributor mounting gasket or related engine oil drain plug gasket with a nitrile O-ring, including select Mazda, Ford, Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models.

Key Features

• Nitrile gasket material for oil-resistant sealing performance
• Mahle sealing component engineered for ignition and gasket service
• Direct replacement part number 72213 for maintenance and repair work
• Compatible with a wide range of older domestic and import applications
• Cross-reference: FEL-PRO 418

Detailed Description

Mahle 72213 is a sealing component used where a distributor mounting gasket or engine oil drain plug gasket with a nitrile O-ring is specified. Mahle gaskets are supplied as OE-style sealing products and are trusted by technicians and OEMs for consistent fit and sealing integrity. This part number is listed for applications including 2001-2003 Mazda Protege, 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5, 1993-2002 Mazda 626, and 1993-1997 Ford Probe, along with additional Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

For buyers searching by vehicle, this Mahle 72213 gasket is a fitment-based replacement for Mazda Protege and Mazda 626 service needs, as well as Ford Probe and Mazda MX-6 applications. It also covers several GM platforms from the late 1980s and early 1990s where a nitrile sealing ring is required.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the drain plug sealing point
• Loss of sealing integrity during routine oil service
• Worn or flattened gasket material on serviceable drain plugs
• Replacement needs for distributor mounting or related sealing applications
• Fitment-specific maintenance on Mazda, Ford, and GM vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the original part number and application notes before installation. Match the gasket material and sealing style to the vehicle’s service requirement, especially on Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, and Ford Probe applications. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before assembly and inspect the drain plug or mounting surface for wear, distortion, or debris that could affect sealing.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used in OEM and technician service environments, with a focus on consistent material quality and application-specific fit. Part number 72213 is built as a nitrile sealing component for dependable service in the listed applications.