Mahle MS15985 Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set - Lower

Mahle MS15985 Intake Manifold Gasket Set

Mahle MS15985 is an OEM standard engine intake manifold gasket set built for sealing performance on select Ford and Mazda applications. It uses graphite intake manifold gasket material and includes RTV sealant for service work on lower intake manifold sealing surfaces.

Compatible With 1990-2000 Ford Ranger, lower; 1991-2000 Ford Explorer, lower; 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar, lower; 1994-2000 Mazda B4000, lower; and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, lower. This Mahle intake manifold gasket set is a direct-fit sealing solution for vehicles with a 2-piece design and a metal carrier.

Key Features

• Mahle MS15985 engine intake manifold gasket set
• Graphite gasket material for intake sealing service
• OEM standard part for factory-style fit and function
• Includes RTV sealant for sealing preparation
• Plenum gasket not included
• Cross-references Beck/Arnley 037-6063 and FEL-PRO MS 90728 for the same application

Detailed Description

Mahle MS15985 is engineered for lower intake manifold service on Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Aerostar, Mazda B4000, and Mazda Navajo applications listed in the fitment data. Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket set follows that service-focused approach with graphite construction and an OEM standard specification. Use this part number when replacing a leaking lower intake manifold gasket on the listed Ford and Mazda engines.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Lower intake manifold coolant or vacuum leaks
• Rough idle caused by intake sealing failure
• Coolant loss from deteriorated manifold gaskets
• Check engine concerns related to unmetered air entering the intake
• Service issues on 2-piece intake designs with a metal carrier

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1990-2000 Ford Ranger, lower; 1991-2000 Ford Explorer, lower; 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar, lower; 1994-2000 Mazda B4000, lower; and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, lower. Review the engine configuration before installation, since the notes specify a 2-piece design, valve cover set requirement, and metal carrier. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly, follow the service manual torque sequence, and apply the included RTV sealant where specified by the manufacturer.

Quality Assurance

Mahle intake manifold gaskets are produced as OEM standard sealing components for professional repair use. The brand’s sealing products are trusted by OEMs and technicians, and MS15985 is built to support factory-style intake manifold service on the listed Ford and Mazda vehicles.