{"product_id":"mahle-hs5816-engine-cylinder-head-gasket-set","title":"Mahle HS5816 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine sealing set for Ford and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahle 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine cylinder head gasket set for sealing service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphite cylinder head gasket material for dependable sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite intake manifold gasket material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforated steel exhaust manifold gasket material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM standard item grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque-to-yield design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains miscellaneous gaskets and seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahle 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references FEL-PRO (e.g., HS 8857 PT-4, HS 8857 PT-5) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a leaking cylinder head gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring intake manifold sealing integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing exhaust manifold sealing loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing engines that require torque-to-yield fastener handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdating worn sealing surfaces during engine repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes and tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCylinder 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahle gaskets are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing performance. Use part number HS5816 to confirm the correct gasket set before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mahle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53505771339957,"sku":"FLHQ-HS5816","price":115.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/VG_HS5816_Fro.jpg?v=1791700435","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mahle-hs5816-engine-cylinder-head-gasket-set","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}