Mahle P32716 Axle Housing Cover Gasket - Rear

Axle Housing Cover Gasket for Ford Rear Differentials

The Mahle P32716 axle housing cover gasket is a paper differential cover gasket built for rear axle service on a wide range of Ford trucks and SUVs. It is a performance-grade sealing solution for maintaining a clean, secure seal at the axle housing cover.

Mahle’s gasket line is known for OE-style sealing materials and consistent fitment for technicians and rebuild work. This P32716 gasket is a direct choice for rear differential cover service on Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, and other listed applications.

• Paper gasket material for differential cover sealing
• 0.047 in. gasket wall thickness
• 12 mounting holes for listed axle housing cover applications
• Performance-grade sealing component
• Includes differential cover gasket

Detailed Product Overview

Mahle P32716 is an axle housing cover gasket made from paper material with a 0.047 in. thickness. It is engineered for rear axle housing cover service where a reliable seal is needed between the differential cover and axle housing. The gasket is listed for multiple Ford rear applications, including 2019-2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2019-2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty, along with earlier Ford truck and SUV fitments that use a 12-bolt cover pattern.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO RDS 55394 for the same application. If you are servicing a Ford F-250 Super Duty rear differential, Ford F-350 Super Duty rear axle, or a compatible Ford rear axle housing cover, the Mahle P32716 provides the correct sealing profile for the listed fitments.

Common Problems This Gasket Can Address

• Differential cover oil seepage at the axle housing seam
• Fluid leaks after rear axle service or cover removal
• Seal failure caused by aged, compressed, or damaged paper gasket material
• Improper sealing on Ford rear axle housing covers with 12 bolt holes
• Maintenance issues during differential inspection, gear oil change, or cover reseal work

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove all old gasket material, sealant residue, and debris from the axle housing cover and differential housing. Verify the cover pattern and mounting hole count match the listed application before assembly. Follow the vehicle service procedure for bolt tightening sequence and torque specification to help achieve an even seal.

For fitment, this part is listed for 2019-2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty, rear; 2019-2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear; 1999-2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty, rear; 1999-2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, rear; 1985-1999 Ford F-250, rear; 1996-1997 Ford F-100 Ranger, rear; 1988-1997 Ford F-150, rear; and 1985-1997 Ford F-350, rear.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket follows that established sealing focus for drivetrain service. The P32716 is built as a performance-grade axle housing cover gasket for the listed Ford rear differential applications.