Mahle K30707 Engine Water Pump Backing Plate Gasket

Engine Water Pump Backing Plate Gasket for Ford V8 Applications

The Mahle K30707 engine water pump backing plate gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution made from paper material for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is built for service work where a precise seal is needed at the water pump backing plate, including Ford F-150, Mustang, Bronco, and related models.

Key Features

• Paper gasket material for a traditional sealing surface
• OEM Standard item grade for service replacement use
• Engine water pump backing plate gasket for cooling system sealing
• Mahle sealing product backed by OE-focused manufacturing
• Part number K30707 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Mahle K30707 is an engine water pump backing plate gasket engineered for vehicles that require a paper-style gasket at the water pump backing plate. Mahle gaskets are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this part follows that OE-standard approach for dependable sealing in cooling system service. This gasket is a direct-fit service part for many Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury V8 applications, including Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford Mustang, and Ford Bronco models listed in the fitment data. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35380 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1986-1997 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, N/A
• Fits 1986-1997 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford Bronco, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1986-1996 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 1992-1995 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1986-1989 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1992-1993 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1986-1988 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1992-1993 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1986-1988 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1992 Lincoln Mark VII, N/A
• Fits 1986-1989 Lincoln Mark VII, N/A
• Fits 1986-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1987-1989 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, N/A
• Fits 1986-1989 Lincoln Town Car, N/A
• Fits 1987-1989 Mercury Colony Park, N/A
• Fits 1986-1989 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1986-1987 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1986 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1986 Mercury Capri, N/A

Common Uses

• Restoring a leaking water pump backing plate seal
• Replacing a damaged or compressed paper gasket during cooling system service
• Addressing coolant seepage at the water pump backing plate
• Supporting proper sealing after water pump or front engine service
• Maintaining OE-style sealing on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury V8 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove all old gasket material, sealant residue, and corrosion. Verify the application against the vehicle’s engine configuration before ordering, since the fitment notes specify that this part is not compatible with paper engine oil pan gasket applications. Use the correct service procedure for the water pump backing plate and confirm the gasket seats evenly before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Mahle sealing products are supplied to OE-level standards and are trusted in professional repair environments. K30707 is an OEM Standard gasket made for consistent sealing performance in the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.