Mahle HS54551A Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Volvo S40 and V40

Restore sealing performance with this Mahle engine cylinder head gasket set, part number HS54551A. It is built to OEM standard and uses composite and paper gasket materials where specified for dependable sealing in the engine assembly.

Key Features

• OEM standard engine cylinder head gasket set for service replacement
• Composite cylinder head gasket material for the head sealing surface
• Composite exhaust manifold gasket material for heat-exposed sealing points
• Paper intake manifold gasket material for intake sealing applications
• Includes miscellaneous gaskets and seals for related sealing points
• Torque-to-yield application; cylinder head bolts are not included

Detailed Description

Mahle HS54551A is an engine cylinder head gasket set for 2000-2004 Volvo S40 and 2000-2004 Volvo V40 applications. The set is specified with composite cylinder head and exhaust manifold gasket materials, plus a paper intake manifold gasket, giving you the sealing components needed for a cylinder head service on these Volvo models. The fitment notes also call out that cylinder head bolts are not included and replacement is recommended, along with a note that the valve cover gasket is not included.

Mahle is known for sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this HS54551A set follows that OE-standard approach for service work where accurate sealing and material selection matter. This part cross-references FEL-PRO HS26641PT-1 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant or compression loss at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Intake manifold sealing issues during top-end engine service
• Exhaust manifold gasket leakage at related sealing points
• Sealing wear found during cylinder head removal and reassembly
• Service needs on Volvo S40 and Volvo V40 engines from 2000-2004

Installation Notes and Quality

Fits 2000-2004 Volvo S40, N/A. Fits 2000-2004 Volvo V40, N/A. Review the serial number note before ordering: from serial number 1818169. Cylinder head bolts are not included, and the fitment notes recommend bolt replacement. Because this is a torque-to-yield application, follow the factory tightening sequence and torque specifications during installation.

Mahle gaskets are supplied as OEM-standard sealing components trusted by OEMs and technicians around the globe. Part number HS54551A is intended for professional engine service where correct gasket material and fitment details are critical.