Mahle F32568 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket - Inlet

Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket for Ford and Lincoln

Mahle F32568 is an OEM-standard exhaust pipe flange gasket built for sealing the joint between the exhaust manifold and exhaust pipe. It uses a steel and composite seal material and is sized with a 2.50-inch inside diameter and 2.90-inch outside diameter for the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.

Compatible With 2003-2013 Ford Focus, Ford Fusion, Ford Escape, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Milan, and Mercury Mariner applications where the OE-style flange gasket dimensions match. Mahle F32568 is also a direct cross-reference to FEL-PRO 61406 for the same application.

Key Features

• OEM-standard exhaust pipe flange gasket construction
• Steel and composite seal material for exhaust sealing applications
• 2.50-inch inside diameter and 2.90-inch outside diameter
• Includes catalytic converter gasket and exhaust pipe gasket in the package contents
• Direct-fit coverage for multiple Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models
• Mahle F32568 part number for catalog and service lookup

Detailed Description

Mahle F32568 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket used at the exhaust manifold-to-exhaust pipe connection and related flange joints on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. The steel and composite design supports a secure seal at the exhaust interface, helping maintain proper exhaust flow and reduce leakage at the connection point. This part number is listed for applications including the Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Ford Focus, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Milan. If you are replacing a worn exhaust flange seal on a Ford Fusion or Ford Focus, Mahle F32568 provides the OE-style dimensions and fitment details needed for the repair.

What It Helps Fix

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-pipe flange
• Noise from a leaking exhaust joint
• Soot or residue around the exhaust connection
• Failed sealing surface after gasket wear or heat cycling
• Service replacement for OE-style exhaust sealing repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inside diameter, outside diameter, and application notes before installation. This gasket is listed for exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe, manifold to flex-pipe, and inlet applications depending on vehicle and engine configuration. Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before assembly and inspect the flange for warping, corrosion, or damage that could affect sealing. Confirm the vehicle-specific fitment for your Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Ford Focus, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Mariner, or Mercury Milan before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are supplied as OEM-standard sealing products used by technicians and OEMs worldwide. Mahle F32568 is built to match the listed fitment and dimensional requirements for the specified exhaust applications.