Mahle HS5816 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set
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Mahle HS5816 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Brand Mahle HS5816
Additional Package Contents Contains miscellaneous gaskets and seals
Cylinder Head Bolts Included No
Cylinder Head Gasket Material Graphite
Exhaust Manifold Gasket Material Perforated steel
Intake Manifold Gasket Material Composite
Item Grade Oem standard
Torque To Yield Yes
Fits Ford and Mercury · 12 vehicles

OEM standard. Built to match original-style sealing requirements for engine service.

Material mix. Graphite, composite, and perforated steel support critical sealing surfaces.

Torque-to-yield design. Requires correct fastener procedure during engine assembly.

Cross-references FEL-PRO HS 8857 PT-4, FEL-PRO HS 8857 PT-5 and FEL-PRO HS 9642 PT for the same application. See all 6.

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Engine sealing set for Ford and Mercury

Mahle HS5816 is an OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket set built for sealing service on select Ford and Mercury applications. It combines graphite, composite, and perforated steel gasket materials to match the demands of the engine sealing surfaces.

Fits 1988-1993 Ford Thunderbird, N/A. Fits 1988-1993 Mercury Cougar, N/A. Part number HS5816 is a direct reference for this gasket set when ordering or verifying application details.

Key features

  • Engine cylinder head gasket set for sealing service
  • Graphite cylinder head gasket material for dependable sealing
  • Composite intake manifold gasket material
  • Perforated steel exhaust manifold gasket material
  • OEM standard item grade
  • Torque-to-yield design
  • Contains miscellaneous gaskets and seals

Detailed description

Mahle HS5816 is an engine cylinder head gasket set for 1988-1993 Ford Thunderbird and 1988-1993 Mercury Cougar applications. The set uses graphite for the cylinder head gasket, composite for the intake manifold gasket, and perforated steel for the exhaust manifold gasket, giving the assembly the material mix needed for engine sealing service. Part number HS5816 is also useful when cross-checking catalog listings and service records.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO (e.g., HS 8857 PT-4, HS 8857 PT-5) for the same application.

What it is used for

  • Replacing a leaking cylinder head gasket
  • Restoring intake manifold sealing integrity
  • Addressing exhaust manifold sealing loss
  • Servicing engines that require torque-to-yield fastener handling
  • Updating worn sealing surfaces during engine repair

Installation notes and tips

Cylinder head bolts are not included, and replacement is recommended for this application. Verify all sealing surfaces are clean, flat, and free of old gasket material before assembly. Follow the correct torque sequence and torque-to-yield procedure specified for the engine.

Quality assurance

Mahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing performance. Use part number HS5816 to confirm the correct gasket set before installation.

This part fits 12 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
1993FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1993MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1992FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1992MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1991FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1991MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1990FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1990MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1989FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1989MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1988FordThunderbird3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
1988MercuryCougar3.8LV6Cylinder Head Bolts not included, replacement recommended.
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
FEL-PRO — HS 8857 PT-4FEL-PRO — HS 8857 PT-5FEL-PRO — HS 9642 PTFord — E8SZ 6079-AFord — E9SZ 6079-ARol — HS32287