Mahle F32179 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket

Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket for OE-Style Sealing

The Mahle F32179 exhaust pipe flange gasket is built for exhaust sealing points that need a precise ring-style fit and stable sealing surface. It uses steel and composite sealing materials with OEM-standard construction for service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda applications.

Compatible With 2007-2015 Ford Edge, 2007-2015 Ford Explorer, 2009-2015 Ford Flex, 2011-2015 Lincoln MKX, 2007-2015 Mazda CX-9, and other listed applications, this gasket is sized with a 4.00 in inside diameter and 4.11 in outside diameter for the specified exhaust connections. Part number F32179 is also referenced by OE and aftermarket cross numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• Ring Type A exhaust pipe flange gasket
• Inside diameter: 4.00 in
• Outside diameter: 4.11 in
• Gasket wall thickness: 0.167 in
• Steel and composite seal material
• OEM Standard item grade
• Includes exhaust pipe gasket in the package contents

Detailed Description

Mahle F32179 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket engineered for specific exhaust manifold and catalytic converter connections where a ring-style seal is required. The listed dimensions and OEM-standard construction support accurate alignment at the flange interface, helping maintain a tight seal at the exhaust joint. This part number F32179 is used across multiple applications, including Ford Edge, Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKX, Mazda CX-9, and Mazda 6 configurations shown in the fitment data.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 61620 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-catalytic-converter flange
• Noise from a damaged or flattened exhaust gasket
• Soot marks around the exhaust joint
• Loss of sealing at a worn flange connection
• Service replacement for deteriorated ring-style exhaust seals

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the 4.00 in inside diameter and listed vehicle application before installation.
• Inspect flange faces for warping, corrosion, or carbon buildup before assembly.
• Clean mating surfaces thoroughly so the gasket seats evenly.
• Use the fitment notes to confirm the correct side and connection point, such as right exhaust manifold to catalytic converter or left catalytic converter to front pipe.
• Follow the vehicle service procedure for fastener torque and exhaust alignment.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket is built to OEM-standard expectations for the listed applications.