Mahle HS5816A Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford and Mercury

Mahle HS5816A is an OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket set built for 1994-1995 Ford Mustang, 1994-1995 Ford Thunderbird, and 1994-1995 Mercury Cougar applications. It uses a graphite cylinder head gasket material and includes miscellaneous gaskets and seals for a complete sealing service.

Key Features

• OEM-standard engine cylinder head gasket set
• Graphite cylinder head gasket material for the head sealing surface
• Perforated steel exhaust manifold gasket material
• Paper intake manifold gasket material
• Additional package contents include miscellaneous gaskets and seals
• Torque-to-yield application
• Cylinder head bolts are not included

Detailed Product Overview

Mahle HS5816A is engineered for engine reseal work where dependable sealing is critical. Mahle supplies gaskets trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this set is built to OEM standard specifications for the listed Ford Mustang, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar fitments. The combination of graphite, perforated steel, and paper gasket materials supports the sealing needs of the cylinder head, exhaust manifold, and intake manifold interfaces in the correct application.

This part cross-references Fel-Pro (e.g., HS 8857 PT-6, HS 8857 PT-7) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant loss from a failed cylinder head gasket
• Compression leakage between the cylinder head and engine block
• Intake manifold sealing issues that can affect drivability
• Exhaust manifold sealing leaks at the cylinder head interface
• Oil seepage from aging engine sealing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1994-1995 Ford Mustang, N/A. Cylinder head bolts are not included, and bolt replacement is recommended. Exhaust manifold gasket is not included; use with #(s) MS16277. Fits 1994-1995 Ford Thunderbird, N/A. Cylinder head bolts are not included, and replacement is recommended. Fits 1994-1995 Mercury Cougar, N/A. Cylinder head bolts are not included, and replacement is recommended. Because this is a torque-to-yield application, follow the factory tightening sequence and torque procedure exactly. Inspect the cylinder head and block surfaces before assembly and replace any damaged fasteners or sealing surfaces as needed.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gasket products are built to OEM-standard expectations and backed by the brand’s reputation for sealing performance in professional engine service.