Mahle G31838 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Mahle Fuel Injection Throttle Body Gasket

The Mahle G31838 fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket provides an OEM-standard sealing surface for the throttle body on select Hyundai and Kia applications. Built with paper gasket material, it supports a precise seal where the throttle body meets the intake system.

Key Features

• OEM Standard item grade for factory-style fit and sealing
• Paper throttle body gasket material
• Mahle sealing product backed by OEM and technician trust
• Direct replacement for select Hyundai and Kia throttle body mounting applications
• Cross-references FEL-PRO 61476 and Hyundai 35101-23700 for the same application

Detailed Description

Mahle G31838 is a fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket used to seal the throttle body to the intake assembly on select Hyundai Elantra, Tucson, Tiburon, and Kia Soul, Sportage, Spectra, and Spectra5 models. It is also listed for the 2003 Hyundai Elantra with paper gasket application notes. The OEM-standard construction helps maintain a consistent seal for proper air management at the throttle body. Mahle G31838 is a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged throttle body gasket on these Hyundai and Kia vehicles.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Air leaks at the throttle body mounting surface
• Rough idle caused by a compromised throttle body seal
• Vacuum-related drivability concerns tied to intake sealing
• Throttle body service work that requires gasket replacement
• Seal deterioration from age, heat, and removal during maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and remove all old gasket material before placing the new gasket. Verify the throttle body and intake surfaces are flat and free of debris, then tighten fasteners evenly to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification. Confirm the application by year, make, and model before ordering, especially for Hyundai Elantra, Kia Sportage, and related fitments.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians worldwide. This gasket is built to OEM-standard expectations for fit and sealing performance on the listed Hyundai and Kia applications.