Mahle MS16296 Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set - Lower

Mahle MS16296 Intake Manifold Gasket Set

Mahle MS16296 is an OEM standard engine intake manifold gasket set built with molded rubber sealing material for lower intake applications. It is made for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles that need a precise intake manifold seal to maintain proper engine sealing performance.

Key Features

• Molded rubber intake manifold gasket material for consistent sealing
• OEM standard part for factory-style fit and function
• Engine intake manifold gasket set for lower intake service
• Plenum gasket not included
• Mahle sealing products are trusted by OEMs and technicians worldwide

Detailed Description

Mahle MS16296 is an engine intake manifold gasket set for lower intake service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. This part number is commonly searched for Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, and Lincoln Navigator intake manifold repairs, as well as related Expedition, Explorer, Crown Victoria, Town Car, Grand Marquis, and Mountaineer applications. The molded rubber construction supports a reliable seal at the intake manifold interface, helping restore proper sealing on engines that require an OEM-style replacement. This part cross-references FEL-PRO (e.g., MS 92121, MS 92121-2) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Intake manifold vacuum leaks
• Coolant seepage at the intake sealing surface
• Rough idle caused by intake sealing loss
• Check engine light conditions related to unmetered air
• Loss of engine performance from manifold gasket failure

Installation Notes and Tips

• Compatible With 1999-2004 Ford Expedition, Lower.
• Compatible With 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, Lower.
• Compatible With 2002-2004 Ford Mustang, Lower.
• Compatible With 1999-2000 Ford Mustang, Lower.
• Compatible With 2001-2003 Ford Crown Victoria, Lower.
• Compatible With 2003 Ford E-150, Lower.
• Compatible With 2003 Ford E-150 Club Wagon, Lower.
• Compatible With 2003 Ford E-250, Lower.
• Compatible With 2002-2003 Ford Explorer, Lower.
• Compatible With 2000-2003 Ford F-150, Lower.
• Compatible With 2001-2003 Lincoln Town Car, Lower.
• Compatible With 2001-2003 Mercury Grand Marquis, Lower.
• Compatible With 2002-2003 Mercury Mountaineer, Lower.
• Compatible With 2000-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline, Lower.
• Compatible With 2000-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Lower.
• Compatible With 2001 Ford Mustang, Lower; molded rubber intake manifold gasket set, not compatible with Bullitt Appearance Package.
• Compatible With 1999 Lincoln Navigator, Lower.
• Use the included gasket from the set during installation of the engine coolant thermostat seal where noted in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Mahle manufactures sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians, and MS16296 is specified as an OEM standard part for intake manifold sealing service.