Mahle MS20291 Exhaust Manifold Gasket

Exhaust Manifold Sealing for GM Applications

Mahle MS20291 is an exhaust manifold gasket built for specific GM vehicles from 2013-2017. It is a multi layered steel gasket made for the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Captiva Sport, and Chevrolet Malibu applications listed below.

Key Features

• Multi layered steel construction for exhaust manifold sealing
• Fits 2013-2017 Chevrolet Equinox, N/A
• Fits 2013-2017 GMC Terrain, N/A
• Fits 2013-2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, N/A
• Fits 2013-2014 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A
• Mahle exhaust manifold gasket MS20291 for direct application matching

Product Details

Mahle exhaust manifold gaskets are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing at the exhaust manifold interface. MS20291 is specified for the listed Chevrolet and GMC vehicles and uses a multi layered steel design to help maintain a secure seal under exhaust heat and vibration. If you are replacing a leaking exhaust manifold gasket on a Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Captiva Sport, or Chevrolet Malibu, this part number provides the application-specific match identified by the catalog.

This part cross-references OE number 12646199 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Exhaust leak at the manifold-to-cylinder head sealing surface
• Ticking or puffing noise from the exhaust manifold area
• Visible soot around the manifold gasket joint
• Loss of sealing after manifold removal service
• Replacement during exhaust manifold repair on GM 2.4L-era applications

Installation Notes

Clean both sealing surfaces before installation and inspect the exhaust manifold and fasteners for warpage, corrosion, or damage. Follow the vehicle service procedure and torque sequence for the specific Chevrolet or GMC application. Verify the gasket orientation against the manifold and cylinder head before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gaskets are engineered as sealing components trusted in OEM and technician service environments. MS20291 is a catalog-matched exhaust manifold gasket for the listed GM fitments.