Mahle HS54696 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Mahle HS54696 Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Mahle HS54696 is an OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket set for select Land Rover applications. It uses a multi-layered steel cylinder head gasket, rubber coated metal intake manifold gasket material, and a composite exhaust manifold gasket material for dependable sealing across critical engine interfaces.

Built for 1994-2004 Land Rover Discovery, 1994-2002 Range Rover, and 1994-1997 Defender 90 applications, this set follows the fitment and sealing requirements commonly needed for head gasket service on these vehicles. Mahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide for consistent sealing performance.

Key Features

• Mahle HS54696 engine cylinder head gasket set
• OEM Standard item grade
• Multi-layered steel cylinder head gasket material
• Rubber coated metal intake manifold gasket material
• Composite exhaust manifold gasket material
• Contains miscellaneous gaskets and seals
• Torque-to-yield application: Yes
• Cylinder head bolts not included

Detailed Description

This Mahle head gasket set is built for Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover, and Defender 90 engine service where reliable sealing is critical. The MLS head gasket construction supports consistent clamping and sealing at the cylinder head, while the included gasket and seal materials are selected to match the engine’s intake and exhaust sealing points. Part number HS54696 is also referenced in cross applications such as Beck/Arnley 032-2992 and FEL-PRO HS 26436 PT.

Use HS54696 when servicing a Land Rover Discovery head gasket, Range Rover cylinder head gasket, or Defender 90 engine sealing repair that requires OEM-standard replacement parts. The torque-to-yield note and bolt-replacement recommendation should be followed during reassembly.

Common Repair Uses

• Head gasket failure repair on Land Rover Discovery engines
• Cooling system contamination caused by cylinder head sealing loss
• Compression loss from a leaking head gasket
• Intake or exhaust manifold sealing service during top-end engine repair
• Engine teardown work requiring replacement gaskets and seals

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1994-2004 Land Rover Discovery, N/A; cylinder head bolts not included, replacement recommended.
• Fits 1994-2002 Land Rover Range Rover, N/A; cylinder head bolts not included, replacement recommended.
• Fits 1994-1997 Land Rover Defender 90, N/A; cylinder head bolts not included, replacement recommended.
• Verify engine code and gasket surface condition before installation.
• Follow factory torque sequence and torque-to-yield procedures during assembly.
• Replace cylinder head bolts when the service procedure calls for new fasteners.

Quality Assurance

Mahle manufactures sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians around the world. HS54696 is an OEM-standard gasket set engineered for Land Rover engine repair applications where accurate fit and dependable sealing matter.