{"product_id":"mahle-ms20440-exhaust-manifold-gasket","title":"Mahle MS20440 Exhaust Manifold Gasket","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExhaust Manifold Gasket for Hyundai and Kia\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mahle MS20440 exhaust manifold gasket is a direct-fit sealing component for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is built with multi-layered steel construction to help maintain a tight seal between the exhaust manifold and cylinder head on covered vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahle Exhaust Manifold Gasket for OE-style exhaust sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-layered steel construction for consistent sealing performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select Hyundai Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, and Santa Fe Sport applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select Kia Sportage, Optima, and Sorento applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference part number: Hyundai\/Kia 28521-2GTA1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number MS20440 for catalog and service verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahle MS20440 is an exhaust manifold gasket engineered for specific Hyundai and Kia vehicles, including 2015-2019 Hyundai Sonata, 2016-2019 Kia Optima, 2016-2019 Kia Sportage, 2016-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, and 2016-2018 Kia Sorento. It also covers later applications such as 2019-2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2019-2020 Hyundai Veloster N, 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2020 Hyundai Veloster N, 2020 Kia Optima, and 2020-2022 Kia Sportage. The multi-layered steel design supports a durable exhaust seal where heat and vibration are constant factors. Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this part number MS20440 follows that service-focused approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Gasket Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust leaks at the manifold-to-cylinder-head sealing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTicking or puffing noises from a leaking exhaust manifold joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of sealing after gasket heat cycling and age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible soot around the exhaust manifold flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed emissions or drivability concerns related to exhaust leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify engine application by year, make, and model before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the exhaust manifold and fasteners for damage or warpage before reassembly. Use the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and final tightening to help the new gasket seal correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahle is known for sealing products trusted in OEM and professional repair environments. MS20440 is a service part built to meet the demands of exhaust system sealing on covered Hyundai and Kia vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mahle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52746526228661,"sku":"FLHQ-MS20440","price":76.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/VG_MS20440_Kit.jpg?v=1782715564","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mahle-ms20440-exhaust-manifold-gasket","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}